Original Imperial German WWI Cavalry Officer’s Triple Etched Lion Head Sword by C.A. Westmann of Dresden with Steel Scabbard Night Sights The 3rd Armored Division ("Spearhead")

The 3rd Armored Division ("Spearhead") was an armored division of the United States Army

Established in 1842

The rest of the shell has faded to a dark brown oxidized patina

Owner's name is painted on lid together with the scales of justice

The overall condition is quite nice with minimal staining

Original Imperial German WWI Cavalry Officer’s Triple Etched Lion Head Sword by C.A. Westmann of Dresden with Steel Scabbard Night Sights The 3rd Armored Division ("Spearhead")Original Item: Only One Available. This is a beautiful Imperial German WWI era cavalry officers private purchase sword featuring an ornate brass lion head hilt, sharkskin covered grip, triple etched blade, and original black painted steel scabbard. The combination of the finely detailed hilt, crossed sword cavalry device, extensive blade decoration, and Dresden retailer or maker inscription gives it the impressive appearance expected of a high quality