Lot 0222
Russian Cavalry Saber, Model 1827/09
Estimate: 6000-7000€
Russian Cavalry Saber, Model 1827/09
A rare example of the Russian cavalry saber, Model 1827/09.
Traces of a removed “H2” marking are visible on the hilt. The blade features etched decorations: “H2” on one side and a double-headed imperial eagle on the other. The blade has three fullers. German manufacture, stamped F. Fichte Solingen, with an additional W.K & C maker’s mark on the reverse.
Total length: 101.3 cm
Blade length: 83.6 cm
Blade width: 3.1 cm
Starting price: 5000€
Estimate: 6000-7000€
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