Lot 6484

A short sword with a lion-head pommel, European, 18th–19th century

Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots

Starting Price € 300

Countdown for bids : 35 days and 9 hours left

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Description

Straight, sharp back blade (reground, partially pitted, with nicks), one fuller on each side near the back as well as a double-edged central point. Massive multi-part brass knuckle-bow hilt with lion head grip cap, brown leather-covered hilt (worm holes), wire wrap. Black leather scabbard (re-blackened, cracks, repair patches with white underlining) with integrated brass fittings and suspension hook. Partially damaged, signs of age and handling. Length 92.5 cm.

Condition: II - III Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 6001 - 7079 and continues on Wednesday, November 25 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 7080 - 7502. The pre-sale view will take place from November 9 - November 13, 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.