Hello all
this is my second new thread here. Just want to share a unique story about this sword, which is now in my possession
according to Chladne Zbrane v Habsburske Monarchii - (Edged Weapons of Habsburg Monarchy), page 107, this sword is a sword of Austrian Higher Officials model 1878 :
details (from books above) :
Single edged sword, straight blade with fuller on both sides
wooden grip with mother-of-pearl handles
brass hilt with monogram FJI (Emperor Francis Joseph 1) and with slogan VIRIBUS UNITIS on lower ferrule
Lion's head shaped pommel. Bar Basket in form of snake with sprigs
Counterguard with Austrian Coat of Arms on outer side
Black leather scabbard with brass mouthpiece
Blade is solingen made, and from carbon steel, with chromium plating
now this is how I acquired the sword. It is in good condition. Unfortunately without original sheath, so previous owner made new one using leather
anyhow, the sword is now in much better condition as I have restored it perhaps into 80% of its former glory (restoration is still on the way)
hope you like it, any comments are welcome
Donny