Lot 6767
A short Eisenhauer damascus sabre for foot troops, circa 1900
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Privately purchased piece. Slightly curved single-edged blade with a flat spine (showing staining); gilt decorative etching on both sides of the ricasso featuring scrollwork and a ribbon bearing the inscriptions "Eisenhauer Damaststahl" and the maker's mark "W. Wellhausen, Hannover." Smooth non-ferrous metal knuckle-bow hilt (slightly warped), fishskin grip (minor losses), triple wire wrap. Leather scabbard (craquelures, abraded areas re-blackened) with smooth non-ferrous metal fittings and long suspension hook. Partially damaged, minor repairs, signs of use and age. Length 95 cm.347123
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