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Lot of Two Prussian M1889 Infantry Swords
Estimate: $300-$500
Sold
$350
Timed Auction
Arms, Armor and Militaria Online
Location
Cincinnati
Description
Lot of Two Prussian M1889 Infantry Swords
Blades range from 31.5" to 34". One example features a folding guard with pierced {Eagle} pattern, and the ricasso struck with the CK/Co. logo of Carl Kaiser & Co. of Solingen. Comes in a blued steel scabbard and features a double fullered blade. The other sword features a shagreen hilt with etched panoplies of arms to the blade and weakened maker markings.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition
Good to Very Good. Blade without scabbard shows some light pitting with brown patina dominating. Tarnish to the hilt with some scratches and abrasions to shagreen wrap. Carl Kaiser & Company sword displays some scratches with light tarnish to brass. Scabbard displays a deep brown patina overall.
Quantity
1