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					Originally Posted by Jim McDougall
					
				 
				I think the suggestion of this attached material is indeed most likely a patriotic sash, as well described by Dmitry. 
I still hold to the idea that this is quite likely a Dutch weapon with a French supplied blade, and c.1780-90. 
			
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This would seem the most likely attribution with the current available evidence.   

 Thanks again to all who contributed. 
 
Regards,
Norman.