France, Second Empire (1852–1870). - Lot 242

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France, Second Empire (1852–1870). - Lot 242
France, Second Empire (1852–1870). Set of two sabretache plates. - Hussar officer’s sabretache plate, Model 1854. Made of brass with a relief stamping depicting the crowned imperial eagle on Jupiter’s bundle. With traces of gilding. Complete with its mounting tabs. 17.5 x 13 cm. - Sabretache plate for an officer of the Mounted Chasseurs or the Guides of the Imperial Guard, 1854 model. Made of brass with embossed relief depicting the imperial coat of arms; traces of gilding remain. Two mounting tabs are missing. 16.5 x 13 cm. (Signs of wear and minor handling marks. Fairly good condition). Included is a brass eagle emblem, embossed and openwork, for leather horse-drawn carriage harnesses or leather equipment. This emblem is similar to the one found on Second Empire carabiniers’ breastplates. Three copper mounting tabs on the reverse. 9.8 x 8.8 cm. (Signs of wear and age; in fairly good condition).
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