Original German WWII Officer's Lion Head Sword with Scabbard by ALCOSO of Solingen circa 1936 - 1940 P-1853 Enfield This is the first example

This is the first example that we have ever seen

The Allied invasion of Sicily

A lovely iconic belt rig set that comes more than ready for further research and display

The two-tone finish is correct

Original German WWII Officer's Lion Head Sword with Scabbard by ALCOSO of Solingen circa 1936 - 1940 P-1853 Enfield This is the first exampleOriginal Item: This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWII Officer sword, made by the well known firm of Alcoso Werke in Solingen, Germany, complete with the correct steel scabbard. The early war 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