Lot 7345
A sword M 1889 for Wurttemberg infantry officers
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Single-edged blade with double fullers on both sides, nickel-plated (sharpened, slightly nicked), the Solingen manufacturer's stamp “W.K & C” below a king's head and knight's helmet at the root. Beautifully gilt knuckle-bow hilt in non-ferrous metal with crowned Wuerttembergisches emblem on the guard plate, rubber grip in fish-scale pattern, triple wire winding, pommel cap with relief sovereign's cipher “KR” (König Karl), intact finger strap. Attached Wuerttembergisches portepee. Blued steel scabbard (traces of rust, dents) with a movable suspension ring and cavalry loop. Marginally damaged in places, signs of age. Length 101 cm. Rare IOD variant.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
