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Matt E
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 Posted: Sun 24 Aug, 2008 12:37 pm Post subject: help identify sword |
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Here is a sword that has been passed down in the family, Please help me identify it to the best of your alls ability. It has a story that I will share but, I find it to be a bit far fetched. 1st I will try and upload some photos and answer any questions I can.
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Matt E
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| Posted: Sun 24 Aug, 2008 12:53 pm Post subject: |
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The overall length is 38"
On the blade there are 3 carvings each measuring 1 to 1.5" in length
One is just some scroll work
one is a couple old crossed cannons with flag pole or spears through them (behind them)
the 3rd is some flag poles in some round decorative "tube" stuctures
Opposite side has 3 as well 2 are the crossed cannons and the middle is a flag shield combo
The flags have no distinct markings and the cannons etc. have what appear to be a flower carved in them?????
Anyway the handle has a crown in the middle of the pearl and it is raised and the hilt has a lion head and there is a Lion on the forward part of the Hilt/handle
sorry not very up to date on all the trminalogy
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William C Champlin
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| Posted: Sun 24 Aug, 2008 1:10 pm Post subject: sword I D |
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It looks like a 19th century german court sword, specifically bavarian. I have seen one identical to that one before. Is there any kind of maker's mark ? That might help esablish the age. W
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Matt E
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| Posted: Sun 24 Aug, 2008 1:41 pm Post subject: |
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I could not find any kind of a makers mark I htink I looked it over in all the standard spots but could not find anything, I guess i will start googling Court swords etc.
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Bill G
Location: New York Joined: 06 Sep 2008
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| Posted: Sat 06 Sep, 2008 4:10 pm Post subject: Same as mine |
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I have one just like this. It does have some markings. I will take some photos and post. I too would like to know its history and value. google doesn't have much.
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Sam Haverkamp
Industry Professional
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| Posted: Sat 06 Sep, 2008 8:30 pm Post subject: Small Sword |
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HI,
I agree, Im pretty sure this is a Bavarian Court sword, 19th Century.
Sam
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Bill G
Location: New York Joined: 06 Sep 2008
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Is there anything special about the bavarian court sword? Where can I find some info/history on it? Value?
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This is a standard topic