Model 1896 cavalry officer's saber. 
Horn handle with brass filigree. Brass mounting, symmetrical four-point shell guard decorated with foliage and Medusa head. Knob monogrammed "NC". Flat-backed straight blade engraved "Sabre d'officier de cavalerie Mle 1896 3e taille Manufacture nationale d'armes de Châtellerault 1904. J.H", and hollow sides (re-sharpened). 
Sheet metal scabbard (oxidation) with one strap and one ring. Lyre-shaped sting. 
Length: 102 cm
A.B.E.
Live Wednesday 26 March 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 100

Model 1896 cavalry officer's saber. Horn handle with brass filigree. Brass mounting, symmetrical four-point shell guard decorated with foliage and Medusa head. Knob monogrammed "NC". Flat-backed straight blade engraved "Sabre d'officier de cavalerie Mle 1896 3e taille Manufacture nationale d'armes de Châtellerault 1904. J.H", and hollow sides (re-sharpened). Sheet metal scabbard (oxidation) with one strap and one ring. Lyre-shaped sting. Length: 102 cm A.B.E.

Estimate
€200 - €300
Result
€312
Buyer's premium
30%
Model 1896 cavalry officer's saber. Horn handle with brass filigree. Brass mounting, symmetrical four-point shell guard decorated with foliage and Medusa head. Knob monogrammed "NC". Flat-backed straight blade engraved "Sabre d'officier de cavalerie Mle 1896 3e taille Manufacture nationale d'armes de Châtellerault 1904. J.H", and hollow sides (re-sharpened). Sheet metal scabbard (oxidation) with one strap and one ring. Lyre-shaped sting. Length: 102 cm A.B.E.
Sale Wednesday 26 March 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Sale location coming soon 3, rue Favart 75002 Paris