WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN MODEL 1852 CAVALRY SWORD W/ ETCHED BLADE - UNIT MARKED - BEAUTY
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Reference Number: Avaluer:25045576 |
Very good condition original WWI ImperialGerman Model 1852 cavalry dress sword that is maker marked “W.K.&C.” on theright ricasso with the knight and king heads trademark. Blade has beautifuletched panels on both sides and the spine. Left side has a cavalry chargescene. Right side is unit marked to the 11th Kurhessian TrainBattalion. Sword has a matching unit marking on the guard-“225. / 2.T.B.11.” 31¾” blade has beautiful original bright finish and was never sha...rpened. Remainingmetal finish is nice original bright plated with a little flaking. Sharkskincovered grip shows some normal wear. Original leather finger loop is present.Fitted in correct original steel scabbard that has original black paint showingsome wear and flaking and a few dents. Scabbard has a matching unit marking near the throat. A nice WWI German sword with a beautifuletched blade that will make an excellent addition to a collection.