Lot 6551
An eagle head sabre M 1856 for officers of the infantry
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Nickel-plated single-edged blade marked at the forte “E. & F. Hörster Solingen”. Nickel silver knuckle-bow hilt with fine relief eagle's head pommel (two red glass eyes) and period screw fitting, the knuckle-bow with lavish relief decoration featuring the Baden emblem below a crown, fish skin grip with triple wire winding. Black lacquered iron scabbard (lacquering refreshed in the upper quarter), with one movable suspension ring. Portepee (scuffed, torn threads) a later addition. Signs of use and age. Length 95 cm. Very rare in this particular edition.Condition: II Questions about the lot?