December 15, 2020 Edged Weapons, Armor & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/15/2020
Gently curving blade with partial double fullers running for approximately 3/4 of the length of the blade. Import blade marked on the spine for Klingenthal. Blade decorated with acanthus leaves. Proof marked on right side ricasso. Guard pierced with patriotic eagle and flags, surrounded by a wreath, counter guard pierced with a 4-leaf clover. Pommel elaborately chased with floral and geometric designs. Shagreen grip with single twist of braided brass wire and a later cruder addition of straight copper wire. Brass scabbard with locket, drag and throat all engraved with further florals and roped borders on punch dot grounds. CONDITION: Good. Blade has turned a mottled grey but decoration still visible. Brass has turned a lovely patina. Grip with 2 splits and an area of chipping near pommel cap. Scabbard is very good with brass turning a lovely patina and some dents that do not interfere with the blade. EW
Item Dimensions: Length: 40 - 1/2".