INFANTRY SABRE, model 1831, likely reutilized for a rural policeman or firefighter, July Monarchy
Symmetrical monobloc brass hilt, handle depicting 26 cords. Guard marked "18.." (unreadable). Double-edged blade with modified central ridge featuring a wide fuller and one side transformed into saw teeth, measuring 48.5 cm in length, 4.3 cm in width at the base, and stamped "14 B".
France.
July Monarchy.
Good condition, worn blade, no scabbard.
NOTE:
These infantry swords were repurposed for the National Guard as well as for municipal employees such as rural policemen and firefighters. This example illustrates this type of reuse with blade modification, likely for a rural policeman or firefighter.
Reference :
22113