Infantry sabre, Year IX model, known as the Briquet.

One-piece bronze hilt.
Fluted grip, flat knuckle guard and a curved, button-shaped pommel extending from it.
Curved V-shaped blade from the Klingenthal National Manufactory (Coulaux frères) bearing the Mouton hallmark.
Leather scabbard with two brass fittings, France, first quarter of the 19th century.
Total length: 72.5 cm.

Expert: Alban Degrave