Lesley,

It appears from your photos that the blade has a flat spine (back) instead of being rounded. Is that correct? This would indicate it is a Heavy Cavalry Sabre. It also appears that the grip has a swell in the middle. That would indicate it is a Light Cavalry (1860) Sabre. Are there any markings on the blade near the hilt?


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