DuMouchelles
Live Auction

The December 2023 Auctions: Day Two

Fri, Dec 15, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 1483

French Imperial Guard Sapper's Saber, Ca. Early 19th C., L 32"

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

Having a brass guard, pommel, and grip. Pommel in the form of an eagle's head with dog head quillons and lion masks at the center of the cross guard. Slightly curved, flatback, single-edged blade having a length of 25.75". Includes leather scabbard with brass chape and throat. No apparent maker's marks. 

Condition

Pitting to the blade. Some denting and wear to the scabbard. Overall good condition with a sturdy feel. 

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