Auction: January 22, 2023

Lot #337: World War II German Army Lion Head Sword by Eickhorn

Having 31.75-inch blade with Carl Eickhorn "seated squirrel" mark on ricasso, gilt brass hilt retaining leather buffer pad, having "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; scabbard having black finish and single suspension ring; together with black fabric sword storage and carry bag having Wittmann logo