Lot 6639
An official's sword from the reign of King Ludwig II (1864–1886)
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Double-edged blade (darkened, stained) with a flattened central ridge, etched on both sides, gilded and blued, featuring the etched “Treuebandeau” and the Solingen knight's helmet mark at the ricasso. Richly embossed, gilded brass hilt, featuring a recumbent lion on the guard plate, a lion's head pommel (not screwed on quite tightly), mother-of-pearl grip scales (minimal chips along the edges), and the superimposed, crowned ruler's cipher “L” on the obverse side. Black leather scabbard (worn, creased) with gilded brass fittings (dents on the guard plate). Replaced sword knot from the Prince Regent era (darkened). Partially slightly damaged, with signs of wear and age. Length 97 cm.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
