Original Imperial German WWI Army Officer's Lion Head Sword by Clemen & Jung with Scabbard

Original Item: Only One Available. This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWI Artillery Officer's sword. The all brass alloy hilt consists of a finely detailed lion head cat with red ruby eyes with floral backstrap and "P" guard. Nicely detailed throughout his whiskers, chin, muzzle, and especially the Lion's Mane. The handwork is beautifully rendered throughout this brass. The "P" guard has crossed swords on one side, and a shield surrounded by oak leaves on the opposite. The grip ferrule has a floral pattern as well. The rain chappe on one side bears crossed swords indicating Cavalry.  The grip is sharkskin wrapped over a wood base, and definitely has seen some wear over the years. The grip has worn down to the wood on over 50% of the surface. It is wrapped with three strands of twisted wire, which show wear and oxidation, but are still tightly wrapped. The 32 ½ inch blade of this sword is in good condition, and only shows light any signs of use or abuse, mostly along the edge.