Prussian 1811 Blücher Sword

Product Description: This Prussian 1811 Blücher Sword is a fantastic antique piece, with great character. This pattern of sword is very similar to the British 1796 Light Cavalry Sword. The blade on this one is 32-1/2 inches long, and is curved. The blade is nice and clean, and very well-preserved, with only slight graying and traces of age. The handle features a steel stirrup hilt, with an eared back-strap and a leather covered, ribbed wood grip. The grip is completely intact, with traces of wear, and the metalwork on the handle has a nice uncleaned patina. This sword is complete with its original scabbard. The scabbard is unpainted, and shows normal signs of age and use. The suspension ring is intact, with a number (perhaps a serial number) stamped on the scabbard ring fitting. This sword is nicely marked, with matching regimental markings on the langet and top of the scabbard. The spine of the blade features a crown proof, the initials “FW” and the numbers “54” and “408.” This is a fine example of a desirable 1811 Blücher Sword, that remains in excellent condition.

Historical Description: The long history of military swords stretches back to ancient times. Swords were used as weapons in battle, and were also used to administer punishments including non-surgical amputation, and decapitation. Swords were carried by soldiers and by civilians as well, with some cultures restricting sword use to members of the nobility. In the 16th and 17th centuries, other types of weapon technology, such as firearms, began to be introduced. Around this same time, many European militaries began to formalize the patterns of swords carried by their soldiers, with regulations on the details of these weapons. Eventually, the sword became, primarily, a self-defense weapon; by the early 19th century, even this role was waning. Despite this, swords were still often carried in combat by officers and cavalry units throughout the 19th century and into the 20th century. By the 1930s, swords in most militaries had a purely ceremonial function, as part of the regalia of a soldier or officer. Military swords were often manufactured to very high quality standards, by skilled craftsmen. Today, antique military swords are popular collectibles.

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