Original German WW1 Officer Sword with Blue Engravings

An antique German officer's sword from World War I, featuring a highly decorative blued blade. The sword has a straight steel blade, a detailed brass D-guard with imperial coat-of-arms styling, and a wire-wrapped handle. It is housed in its original black-lacquered steel scabbard. This presentation-grade sword was carried by an officer in the Imperial German Army. The custom blueing and engraving on the blade were typically commissioned by officers to display their regiment name and commemorate their service. The blade displays a beautiful deep blue panel with gilded military motifs and regimental inscriptions. The brass guard showing elegant gilding wear, and the wire wrap on the handle is fully secure.