Original German WWII Officer Lion Head Sword by ALCOSO of Solingen U.S. Grenades 47 mm larger than its

47 mm larger than its German counterpart

it made its official début in the use of the Great Seal of the United States

” and “1898” was the year of manufacture

The 16 inch swamped brass barrel is marked JOVER - LONGACRE – LONDON to top and THE GEORGE INN

The helmet consists of a comfortable leather liner and a robust chin-strap with buckle

Original German WWII Officer Lion Head Sword by ALCOSO of Solingen U.S. Grenades 47 mm larger than itsOriginal Item: This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWII Officer sword. The all brass hilt consists of a finely detailed lion head cat with oak leaf backstrap and "P" guard. The cat is fitted with blood red faceted eyes. Nice detail throughout his whiskers, chin, and muzzle. The handwork is beautifully rendered throughout this brass. The backstrap consists of raised out oak leaves with double leaves flowing into the side tabs. This lionhead