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GERMAN GARDES DU CORPS MOUNTED SWORD.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 800.00 USD
GERMAN GARDES DU CORPS MOUNTED SWORD.

Overall length: 46 1/2". Blade length: 39". Dbl. fullered blade etched over half its length w/ foliate motifs, a mounted dragoon & German patriotic symbols. There is also a lg. panel etched, “Regiment der Gardes du Corps.”. Blade is stamped at the ricasso w/ a crown over crossed sabers w/ “C K Co”. Gilded brass hilt w/ 3 branch guard joining the knuckle bow near the pommel. Wire wrapped sharkskin grip. Plated iron scabbard. CONDITION: a beautiful blade w/ substantial original factory polish. Hilt is a bit loose but undamaged. Only traces of gilding remain on the hilt. Grip is complete. Scabbard has some oxidation w/ loss of finish. (02-16302/BF). $600-800.