France, late 18th century—Revolution–Directoire (1789–1799). - Lot 167

Lot n° 167
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France, late 18th century—Revolution–Directoire (1789–1799). - Lot 167
France, late 18th century—Revolution–Directoire (1789–1799). French Guards-style grenadier saber, without scabbard. Cast brass hilt of the 1767-model Infantry Grenadier type with 18 strands; the guard arm meets the crossguard at a right angle and features two upper half-earlocks. The guard arm is stamped with a crowned "A." Gray blade with traces of oxidation, slightly curved with a hollow edge and flat back, and small grooves near the back. 82.5 cm (blade 70.5 cm). (Signs of wear and normal use; slight play between the blade tang and the hilt; in its original condition as found; never previously part of a collection). Note: The blade length corresponds in part to the blade lengths of the sabers used by the grenadiers of the French Guards.
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