Lot 7427
A sword M 1889 for infantry officers, wartime production
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Single-edged blade with double fullers on both sides (only slightly spotted, traces of rust at the ricasso), the manufacturer's stamp “E. & F. Hörster Solingen” at the ricasso, the military-fiscal stamp “W 16” surmounted by a crown on the spine. Blued knuckle-bow hilt in sheet steel (traces of rust) with openworked guard plate depicting the crowned Eagle (“WRII”), wooden grip (cracked, minor losses) with iron appliqué “WRII” and iron wire winding. Steel scabbard (heavily abraded, dents, cuts, scarred at the drag area) with suspension loop and one movable carrying ring. Partially slightly damaged, signs of age and use. Length 100.5 cm. Very rare.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
