Buy⚔️ for gift and for collecting Prussian saber Saxon / Bavarian official of mines with etching of the First World War in Ukraine city of Kyiv
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✨ The Prussian saber of a Saxon/Bavarian mine official from World War I is a rare and unique example of an edged weapon that combines historical value with elegant design. Branded “MOHR & SPEYER.BERLIN”, this saber features high quality workmanship and a finish that reflects the craftsmanship of early 20th century German gunsmiths. It will be a real gem in any collection of antique weapons and a beautiful piece of interior decoration for history buffs. ⚔️⚔️
The saber is made up of gilded brass and simple parts.
The handle is unadorned brass, blucher type. The hilt bears a detailed Prussian crown resting on a pair of crossed hammers. The pins that retain these insignia are pushed through the shield and can be seen from the opposite side. The handle is in a nice age patina.
The handle is covered with stingray leather in perfect condition, and the nice purple-blue color is still intact. It is also sheathed with triple silver twisted wire.
Metal scabbard painted in black color (native paint cracked over time) on the scabbard there is a clip with a fixed ring for the belt of the belt.
The saber blade is an example with an etching motif of floral patterns that have standard military themes. Drums, knapsacks, and horns are seen in these etching patterns .
The butt of the blade has convex laurel leaves and the maker’s mark “MOHR & SPEYER.BERLIN”.
The blade is in a minor patina.
Historical Background:
The Prussian saber used by Saxon and Bavarian mine officials during World War I is an important artifact of its time. Produced by the renowned Berlin firm MOHR & SPEYER.BERLIN, this saber is a high quality product designed for the elite members of the administrative apparatus responsible for mine management.
During World War I, Germany relied on the extraction of natural resources to support military operations. The officials who ran the mines played an important role in supplying the country with strategic materials. Wearing a saber was not only a matter of prestige, but also a symbol of the power and responsibility that rested on their shoulders.
Miner’s swords are not too common. This example is very similar to the one shown in the photo from the books on imperial weapons described by Johnson and Whitman.
MOHR & SPEYER.BERLIN is a well-known Berlin-based firearms manufacturer that played an important role in the history of German armament in the 19th century. This firm was founded in Berlin, and specialized in the manufacture of high quality firearms, which were very popular among both military and civilian customers.
MOHR & SPEYER established themselves as high-class craftsmen, known for their attention to detail and use of the advanced technology of their time. Their products were characterized by high precision and reliability, which made them popular not only in Germany but also abroad. They produced various types of firearms, including revolvers, pistols, and rifles.
The company became a symbol of quality and craftsmanship in an era when military technology was rapidly developing and high quality weapons were essential for armies. The company cooperated with many influential customers, which gave it a high reputation in the market.
MOHR & SPEYER.BERLIN products have become part of the history of 19th century weaponry, and today their products are valuable collectors’ items. They symbolize an era in the development of German weaponry and remain an important testament to the engineering excellence of the time.
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