Germany. Police Sword (blade stamped SS) by Rath
Germany. Police Sword (blade stamped SS) by Rath
$875.00
HISTORY. Under provisions of the decree of 17 June 1936 Reichsführer-SS, Heinrich Himmler assumed full power over the entire German police organization and as such many members of the police held dual membership in the Police and SS. This sword is an example of this dual membership policy.
Nickel-plated hilt fittings show minor age/surface wear to the serrated pommel nut, upper/lower ferrules, and D-pattern knuckle-bow and crossguard, but no major lifting or pitting. The blade show moderate aging with a makers mark from Hermann Rath, Solingen, a SS stamp and an original leather washer.. The scabbard is straight, dent free and 98%+ of its original paint.
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