Drum major's sabre, model 1852. Horn handle with filigree. Chased and gilded brass mounting. Cap with curved tail, decorated with palmettes, flowers, surmounted by a lion's head. Guard with two widening quillons, decorated on one side and in the centre with a crowned eagle. Curved blade with flat back marked "Manufre de Klingenthal Coulaux & Cie", hollow sides and gutter. Gilt brass lion's head scabbard with four insets of military attributes, flowers and foliage, engraved on the back "J Manceaux à Paris". Second Empire period (wear to gilding).