Lot 6922
General der Kavallerie Gebhard Friedrich von Krosigk (1835–1904) – a Presentation Saber from the Guard Hussar Regiment upon his departure as commander in 1883
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Gilt Grosse Lion with enamel guard star on front cross guard panel and family Crest on back panel, fishskin handle wrapped in three rows of twisted brass wire. Damascus quillback blade with gold front panel engraved (tr.) “Oberst and regimental commander von Krosigk for years 1875 to 1883 from the officer Corps of the Guard Hussar Regiment” and back side has names of the officers. Steel scabbard with two brass sword hanger bands and rings. Uncleaned, exhibits age and wear with minor toning/soot. Included is a picture of Oberst von Krosigk. Gebhard Friedrich von Krosigk joined the Life Guard Hussar Regiment in 1852 and served in various hussar and dragoon regiments. Serving as personal adjutant to Prince Friedrich Karl from 1868, he was promoted to major in 1870, seconded to the Life Guard Hussar Regiment in 1872, and entrusted with the regiment's command as a lieutenant colonel in 1875. He became a colonel in 1879, commander of the 3rd Guard Cavalry Brigade in 1883, and General of the Cavalry in 1893. In 1895, he was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of the Red Eagle with Oak Leaves and Swords, as well as the Grand Cross of the Order of the Württemberg Crown. He was placed at the disposal of the army in 1898.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
