Lot:
10
AN IMPERIAL RUSSIAN ST. ANNE HONOR SWORD, 1913 INFANTRY PATTERN. The slightly curved polished fullered blade profusely engraved with military trophies and the cipher of Alexander III and Imperial double headed eagle with gilt highlights. Ricasso with maker mark of J.E. Bleckmann-Solingen. Gilt hilt with D guard and pierced quillon engraved For Bravery. Langet mounted with red enameled badge of the Order of St. Anne. Grooved grip with ornately engraved pommel displaying the cipher of Alexander III beneath the Imperial Crown. Overall length 36 inches (91.5cm) Lacking scabbard.
Estimate:
$1,000.00
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$2,500.00
Note:
Russian Honor Swords were awarded for acts of courage and subsequently were highly prized.
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