PRUSSIAN INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD, Reign of Wilhelm II. 33214-2
Gilt brass hilt. Three-branch guard with the Prussian eagle. Short-tailed pommel. Grip made of wood covered with silver filigree shagreen and brass monogram of Wilhelm II. Leather knot. Straight blade with fullers, length 81.2 cm, signed at the hilt "E & F. HÖRSTER / SOLINGEN." Steel scabbard with one suspension ring band and a frog stud for wearing on the belt. Lyre-shaped pierced blade tip.
Kingdom of Prussia.
Reign of Wilhelm II.
Fairly good condition, blade with oxidation, scabbard lost its black lacquer, showing signs of use oxidation.
Reference :
33214-2