France, Revolution–Directoire (1789–1799). - Lot 179

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France, Revolution–Directoire (1789–1799). - Lot 179
France, Revolution–Directoire (1789–1799). Infantry Grenadier saber, known as the “Briquet,” Model 1767/87, with the blade engraved with “VIVE LA NATION – LA LOI ET LE ROY.” Cast brass hilt with twenty flutes, featuring at its base a half-figured upper lug (1887 model), a simple cap with a long tail, and a prominent rivet button. The crossguard is widened at the top and joins the crossbar at a right angle. Straight quillon ending in a pommel. Blade with a light gray patina, stained in places; slightly curved, flat, and with a flat back, engraved “Lalois et le Roy” on one side and “Vive la nation” on the other. No visible cutler’s mark or hallmark on the mount or the blade. Black leather scabbard with a central back seam and two cut-out brass fittings; the chape has a damaged button. 77 cm (blade 64 cm). (Signs of wear and normal use; impact marks on the mount with slight deformation of the crossguard; in fairly good condition).
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