Original German WWII Officer's Lion Head Sword by ALCOSO of Solingen circa 1940-1943 U.S. Field Gear such as hydroelectric power plants

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Original German WWII Officer's Lion Head Sword by ALCOSO of Solingen circa 1940-1943 U.S. Field Gear such as hydroelectric power plantsOriginal Item: This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWII Officer sword, made by the well known firm of Alcoso Werke in Solingen, Germany. The all brass hilt consists of a finely detailed lion head cat with art deco leaf backstrap and "P" guard. The cat is fitted with blood red faceted eyes. Nice detail throughout his whiskers, chin, and muzzle. The handwork is beautifully rendered throughout this brass. The backstrap consists of raised out