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Lot 6680
A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, mid-19th century A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, mid-19th century A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, mid-19th century
A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, mid-19th century
A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, mid-19th century
A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, mid-19th century

Lot 6680

A lion's head sabre for officers of the Hamburg military, mid-19th century

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

Starting Price € 400

Countdown for bids : 31 days and 12 hours left

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Description

Elegantly curved blade (darkened, stained, rubbed, traces of rust) featuring a rounded spine, fullers on both sides, and a double-edged Pandur point; richly etched on both sides with gilded scrollwork and trophies against a blued background, including the Hamburg coat of arms. Smooth brass hilt with knuckle-bow (traces of gilding), lion-head pommel, fish-skin grip, and triple copper-wire wrapping. Later-added iron scabbard, repainted black and pitted, with two movable suspension rings. Attached Prussian sword knot (later addition). Minor localized damage; signs of age. Length 97 cm. Rare and impressive.

Condition: II 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.

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