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Element of a Prussian saber handle with eagle and initials FW, 19th century
From €57.47
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Element rękojeści pałasza pruskiego z orłem i inicjałami FW, XIX wiek—
€57.47
A unique, historical element of cold steel weaponry – an original part of a Prussian saber handle from the 19th century. This collector's specimen is a tangible trace of Prussian military art and heraldry.
The central decorative motif is a finely cast and engraved Prussian eagle – a powerful symbol of authority and statehood. Directly below it are the initials "FW", referring to Friedrich Wilhelm, which allows dating the element to the reign of one of the rulers from this dynasty (Friedrich Wilhelm III or IV) and linking it to a specific historical context. The element is most likely made of brass or bronze, and traces of patina emphasize its authenticity and age.
Why is this element a unique find for a collector?
- Authentic fragment of military history: This is not a replica but an original part of an officer's cold steel weapon from one of the most powerful empires of 19th-century Europe.
- Heraldic and symbolic value: It presents high-class artistic craftsmanship associated with the Prussian army.
- Uniqueness: Items of this type are rarely found singly in the antique trade, often constituting a "discovery" addition to collections of militaria, insignia, or Prussian antiques.
- Display potential: It displays perfectly in a case, on fabric, or as the focal point of a collection, framed as a standalone wall decoration with a military and historical aesthetic.
