75. Art and Antiques Auction
Sep 21, 2024
Blasiistraße 21, 6484 Quedlinburg, Germany
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LOT 50:

Army officer's dagger of the German Wehrmacht

Sold for: €550
Start price:
280
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Auction took place on Sep 21, 2024 at Kunst- und Auktionshaus Quedlinburg
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Army officer's dagger of the German Wehrmacht
So-called III Reich, without manufacturer's mark, early production, featuring a white Bakelite grip and a clean blade. The crossguard is adorned with the Reichsadler (Imperial Eagle), holding a swastika in its claws. The dagger comes with its scabbard and the original hanger, marked "D.R.G.M." (Deutsches Reichsgebrauchsmuster). The total length is 39.5 cm. This piece is in age-appropriate condition and represents a significant artifact from the era.

German Description

Heeresoffiziers-Dolch der Deutschen Wehrmacht
sog. III. Reich, ohne Hersteller, frühe Fertigung, weißer Bakelitgriff mit sauberer Klinge, Parierstange mit Adler, in Scheide, mit Gehänge, bezeichnet D.R.G.M., L. 39,5 cm