Auction: 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