A French Marine's Briquet, by Varnier and Compe.
A rare example by this very small Company c.1790. Overall length 81cm, slightly curved blade 69cm, left side etched with an anchor, back edge marked ‘Varnier et Compe’, brass hilt, good condition £260-£300

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of Trafalgar and Waterloo relics.

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This is an age restricted lot: the successful buyer will be required to either collect in person, or arrange specialist shipping.