This fine early sword measures 36 5/8" in length with a 38 1/4" blade featuring a central 10 1/2" fuller. The reverse is marked "ORIGINAL (squirrel) Eickhorn SOLINGEN" with a small eagle/5 waffenamt above. Silver-plated downturned crossguard with a central gilded mobile Party symbol. The large lozenge-shaped silver-plated pommel also has a central gilded mobile Party symbol. Wire-wrapped blue leather grip. Blue leather-covered scabbard with silver-plated mounts. CONDITION: blade shows substantial original factory polish, with tiny scattered spots of light oxidation. The hilt and scabbard mounts show a pleasing, dark patina. Grip and scabbard leather show very light wear. (02-23824/BF). $1,000-1,300.
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