Model 1833 naval sword
France
19th century
Steel, iron, leather, brass, copper
Long. total: 80.5; Long. blade: 67 cm

Sabre known as "board saber No. 2" or "pot spoon".
Short, eight-sided cap with rivet button, covered with sheet metal.
Faceted handle.
Tray ending in a spout.
Curved blade signed: "Mfre Royale à Paris 1834", some dents on the back.
Leather tie.
Black leather scabbard, copper chape and brass chape.
Belt loop.
Control punches.

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