Imperial Austrian Court Sword

Description:

Imperial Austrian Court Sword, c. late 19th/early 20th century, gilt-brass hilt with lion head pommel, mother-of-pearl grips, snake-shaped guard, counter-guard has Austrian crest, engraved steel blade marked Wien, black leather scabbard with gilt-brass fittings, blade lg. 32 1/2, overall lg. 37 1/2 in.
Estimate $400-600

In good condition, scabbard has some crazing, and the drag has broken off, but is still with the scabbard.


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