MARSHALE OFFICER'S SABER, model 1787, Former Monarchy. 27960
Gilded brass frame. Four-pronged guard. Short-tailed cap. Wooden handle entirely filigreed with copper. Straight blade with hollow sides and gutters, engraved on the heel of a foliage cartridge with the initials of the craftsman "N K", on its first third it is similarly engraved on both sides "GENDARMERIE ROYALE" surrounded by laurel wreaths. Length 89 cm. Black patent leather scabbard with three brass fittings decorated with scalloped edge features. The clevis has a button for wearing on the belt.
France.
Ancient Monarchy.
Very good condition, gilding of the blade faded.
Reference :
27960