| Accession Number | REL/16465 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Edged weapon or club |
| Place made | Germany |
| Date made | c 1914 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Imperial German Artillery Officer's Sword and Scabbard
Description
Imperial German Artillery Officer's sword and scabbard. The gilt brass hilt is a P stirrup type with a lions head backstrap pommel, with red glass eyes and has crossed cannon on the front langet. The grips are fishskin bound with silver wire. The slightly curved blade has a single fuller on each side to within 220 mm from the double edge spear point. Originally the blade was etched with a floral design but this has been polished off and has signs of rust pitting overall. The black painted scabbard has some minor dents and scratches overall. There is a single loose hanger ring on a band 65 mm from the throat.
History / Summary
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