You are bidding on a really nice example of a Prussian/German saber.
The Prussian Model 1873 Artillery Sabre (Artilleriesäbel) was a standard-issue sidearm for enlisted German artillerymen from the late 19th century through WWI. Produced in Solingen, it features a ~75-77cm curved blade, a single fuller, a distinct "D" guard, and a ribbed dark-brown grip.- Design & Usage: Primarily used by Field and Foot Artillery (Feldartillerie and Fußartillerie), these swords were worn in service and sometimes re-issued during WWI and the Weimar Republic.
- Markings: "Crown/W" stamp (Wilhelm) and a date stamp of 16 on the spine ('W15' for 1916).
- Manufacturers: F. W. Holler, Solingen. Which is not a common maker of this type or sword. Commonly produced by Solingen makers, Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Cie., E. &F. Hörster, and W.R. Kirschbaum.
The date 1920 is on the guard. This might coincide with the removal of the WW1 Unit marks. This is a really nice addition for your military collection. Fresh from a NH estate.
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