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Napoleon’s Saber Sells for €4.66 Million in Paris Auction

The ornate weapon, crafted by Nicolas-Noël Boutet in 1802–03, becomes the second most valuable Napoleonic artifact ever sold.

Ein Säbel des französischen Kaisers Napoleon Bonaparte hat bei einer Versteigerung in Paris für 4,7 Millionen Euro den Besitzer gewechselt. Damit zähle er zu den teuersten Hinterlassenschaften Napoleons, die je versteigert wurden.
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Overview

  • The saber, auctioned by Giquello in Paris, fetched €4.66 million, nearly breaking the €4.8 million record for a Napoleonic artifact set in 2007.
  • Initially estimated at €700,000 to €1 million, the final sale price far exceeded expectations, reflecting strong demand for Napoleonic memorabilia.
  • Crafted by Nicolas-Noël Boutet in Versailles, the saber was gifted by Napoleon to Marshal Emmanuel de Grouchy and remained in his family for over two centuries.
  • A second identical saber resides in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, highlighting the international dispersion of Napoleonic relics.
  • Attention now turns to Sotheby’s upcoming June auction, featuring additional Napoleon artifacts such as a field bed and coronation staff.