26th Mar, 2013 10:00
Fine Art
Sold for £680
Lot details
A 17th Century German plug bayonet, circa 1690, the 11in. (28cms) tapering blade with crown king mark, the hilt with turned rosewood grip and brass cross guard and pommel, both with busts of helmeted soldiers, 17 3/4in. (45cms); and later leather scabbard. Note: There is remnants of guiding to the bottom of the one side of the blade which looks like 'WIII' which could have ties to William of Orange, King at the time of manufacturer.
A 17th Century German plug bayonet, circa 1690, the 11in. (28cms) tapering blade with crown king mark, the hilt with turned rosewood grip and brass cross guard and pommel, both with busts of helmeted soldiers, 17 3/4in. (45cms); and later leather scabbard. Note: There is remnants of guiding to the bottom of the one side of the blade which looks like 'WIII' which could have ties to William of Orange, King at the time of manufacturer.
Auction: Fine Art, 26th Mar, 2013
