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6679 - A lion's-head saber for officers of the Hamburg military, circa 1830
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A lion's-head saber for officers of the Hamburg military, circa 1830 Elegantly curved blade (darkened, slightly stained, worn) with a rounded spine and a hollow edge on both sides, as well as a double-edged panduren point; richly and finely etched on both sides with scrollwork and trophies, including the Hamburg city coat of arms. Richly embossed brass pommel (traces of gilding) with a lion’s head pommel knob, fish-scale tang (small missing areas near the pommel knob), and triple wire wrapping. Brass scabbard (dents) with two movable carrying rings and an openwork hilt guard. Attached red-and-silver sword knot (later added; eyelets in the leather cord incomplete). Partially slightly damaged; signs of age. Length 97 cm. Rare and impressive. Condition: II
Auction details
Medals and Militaria Up to 1918 - IAuction house
Hermann Historica +49 8 95 47 26 490 contact@hermann-historica.comDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.