Sapper sword. Howling rooster hilt. Crosspiece with two flanged quillons ending in leonine mufles. Body knot with lions on amatized background. Strong blade with flat back, gutter, counter-edge and hollow sides, signed "Lame de France" on the heel. Leather-covered wooden scabbard with two cut-out and line-engraved brass fittings (later bolt mounted upside down). A.B.E. Early 19th century. Length: 83 cm