Diplomatic Sabre Of Queen Elizabeth II: A Unique Historical Symbol

SABER. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	3-dipl-J
Name	SABER
Period	around 1845
Guard	Made of gilded brass with a classic French design from its 1821 model, simple ring, guard plate with a hawk and gallows towards the blade ending in a rosette. Special sculpted pommel with the head of the child queen Isabel II. Grip made of noble wood and wire-wound with copper thread.
Blade	Slightly curved, with a flat spine on the inside in the first two thirds, continuing with a sharp edge to the tip. On the outside, a continuous edge. A channel close to the spine runs along most of the blade.
Scabbard	Made of leather, with gilded brass fittings and a button for the belt.
Inscription	LONG LIVE ISABEL II
Description	Saber for Infantry officer model 1841, adapted at will. The head of the pommel indicates a use by civil personnel. After the death of Fernando VII, many were the supporters of Isabel II, especially the Liberals, who hoped for her return to the Constitution of 1812. The owner of this saber wanted to carry the image of the future of Spain hanging from his belt. A true symbol of hope.
Total Length	1007 mm
Blade Length	900 mm
Blade Width	32 mm
Collection	S.B.G.M.
Additional Description	Diplomat’s small sword non-regulation or ceremonial circa 1845

Diplomatic Sabre of Queen Elizabeth II: A Unique Historical Symbol