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#301572 10/22/2014 11:32 PM
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any help would be appreciated gentlemen,,,value??...Thanks in advance,,,Robert

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Could you give us some more photos. We need the cross guard detail and a close up of the scabbard insignia. also, any markings on the blade?

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hi Jim,,,sorry this is all the pics the seller has sent,but they said it was Imperial German,whereas I guess it is British,,,Thanks,,,Robert

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in my humble opinion shape looks austro hungarian sword I can be wrong Ted

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Not a German sword but an Austro-Hungarian Civil Service sword. Worn by State Officials (Beamte) and not the military. There are several varieties with slight differences depending upon the official.


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thanks alot Orpo,,,what sort os value can assigned to this item?. Seller wants $450.00....thank you ,,Robert

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Originally Posted By: militarymania
thanks alot Orpo,,,what sort os value can assigned to this item?. Seller wants $450.00....thank you ,,Robert


I think that would be full retail and probably a bit overpriced. Since it is not a military sword I see them sell for around $350. - $400.


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