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An Year XI model sabre, known as the ‘Briquet’, for the National Guard.

The item was sold for 78

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One-piece brass hilt with a curved joint and a teardrop-shaped pommel.
Curved blade with hollow sides, etched with ‘GARDE NATIONALE’ and depictions of weapons.
Leather scabbard with two brass fittings (the tip cap is missing).
France, Restoration period.
Total length: 75 cm.

Expert: Alban Degrave