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Title Honved officer's portepee
Nationality Hungarian
Period c 1917-18
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This rare knot was carried by Honved officers in the last years of the Austrian empire in the reign of Kaiser Karl, who succeeded Franz Joseph on his death in 1916 (hence the 'K' for Karl). The Honved was a Hungarian army of reserve elements which served alongside the Imperial and Royal army in wartime.

This sword knot could have been worn on infantry or cavalry officers' swords and even, perhaps, on dress bayonets. You rarely see examples of this knot and this particular one is in really nice shape for its age, with only a little tarnishing to the silver braid of the strap. The base of the barrel has a black velvet infill.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Edged Weapons : Swords : Hungarian : 20th Century]

testimonials

Just a brief note to confirm that the sabre has been delivered today. All is as it should be. I have to say I’m impressed with the ‘custom’ packaging, obviously essential in your line of business. I have made a very quick inspection of the sword & it fully lives up to your accurate description, very pleased with the purchase.

M B, UK, 18.06.2015

I am wholly delighted with the shako plate. [It] is a wee cracker. It is a real pleasure to have something combining both condition and quality in equal parts, and I simply could not be more pleased.

R H, UK, 08.01.2010

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