France, Louis-Philippe (1830–1848) – Second Empire (1852–187 - Lot 227

Lot n° 227
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France, Louis-Philippe (1830–1848) – Second Empire (1852–187 - Lot 227
France, Louis-Philippe (1830–1848) – Second Empire (1852–1870). Sabre of the “EST” railway company, without a scabbard. Fittings of cast brass; cylindrical handle of brown horn; crossguard with straight, rounded quillons; the pommel bears the inscription “EST” on one side only. The guard strap is missing. Grayish-white blade with spots, double-edged with two fuller grooves, and manufacturer’s markings on the heel: “Coulaux a & c” on one side and “Klingenthal” on the other; the markings indicate production around 1845–50. 63.5 cm (Blade 50 cm). (Signs of wear and minor cosmetic imperfections; uncommon sword, a variant derived from the so-called 1838 (?) model administrative swords. In fairly good condition.)
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