Sunday, January 22, 2023
LOT #340

World War II German Army Lion Head Sword by Eickhorn

Having 30.25-inch blade with Carl Eickhorn “seated squirrel” mark on ricasso, gilt brass hilt retaining leather buffer pad, “D.R.P.” stamp, Wehrmacht eagle on langet, florals on guard and backstrap, wire-wrapped grip with lion / panther head pommel having faceted red stone eyes, leather and fabric portepee and scabbard having black finish and single suspension ring; together with black vinyl sword storage and carry bag

Estimate: $300 - $500

Hammer Price: $350

Dimensions: Length: 36 3/8 inches (including scabbard)

Condition: Good, overall light wear consistent with normal use, blade having minimal isolated areas of surface darkening near ricasso and beginning of fuller, remainder of blade having occasional light scuffs and scratches, aside from isolated shallow areas nickel plating free of any major rust or deep pitting, factory cross graining clearly visible throughout blade, guard having slight movement, hilt having occasional areas of darkening, some resulting from friction with portepee, end of scabbard having shallow dents that do not hinder blade movement, only minimal scuffs and scratching overall, retaining vast majority of finish

Shipping: Quote Shipping

Sales Tax: California (7.250%), Florida (6.000%), Georgia (8.500%), Kansas (6.500%), New Jersey (6.625%), New Mexico (5.125%), New York (8.875%), Pennsylvania (6.000%), Washington (10.500%), Wisconsin (5.500%)

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