OFFICER'S HUSSAR SABER, Revolution. 30113
Brass hilt. Guard with a Hungarian-style branch decorated with lines. Hexagonal-shaped ears decorated with lines. Cap with a long tail decorated with lines. Grip made of wood covered with black waxed calfskin, copper filigree. Curved blade with hollow edges, engraved and gilded with floral motifs and military trophies on a blued background, length 82.4 cm. Brass scabbard engraved with lines with a diamond in the center and two oval-shaped medallions on either side, iron tip.
France.
Revolution.
Good condition, sun-damaged calfskin grip, gilding and bluing on the blade faded, posterior scabbard entry cup.
Reference :
30113