A model 1742 Prussian hussar's sabre,Slightly curved,somewhat shortened blade à la Montmorency,stamped on one side "Potzdam",the other face with a very early(before 1750)eagle mark. Brass knuckle-bow hilt with leather-covered grip,attached sword knot. The blade somewhat stained and rusty in places. Length 91 cm. Although a specific field service sidearm for Prussian hussar officers did not exist for a long period of time,the offered piece might be distinguished as such because of its brass hilt. Provenance: Alfred Wunderlich Collection,historic,histor,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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