Lot 2949
A Saxon silver mounted attachable hunting hanger, ca. 1730/40
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1366 Lots
Description
Sturdy, single-edged blade with a long double-edged point. The number "1" beneath a crown struck on the quart side. Silver quillon with lug for bayonet attachment. Octagonal ebony grip with silver ferrules. Figural pommel in the form of an eagle's head with lug for bayonet attachment and groove. Original leather-covered wooden scabbard with silver mounts. Length 48.5 cm. A similar example from the former holdings of the Royal Rifle Gallery in Dresden, published by M. Thierbach, in: Zeitschrift für historische Waffenkunde, dritter Band, p. 46.351592
Condition: II + Questions about the lot?