Original Imperial German WWI Army Officer Sword with Scabbard by Alex Coppel Martini-Henry Rifles and the following ink stamped

and the following ink stamped markings to the exterior:

1855 a Military committee approved Colonel Bonner's "Pattern Rifle" and an order was placed for just 100 units

380 ACP) is less powerful than most other military service pistol cartridges

red piping along with metal Prussian and Reich cockades

Original Imperial German WWI Army Officer Sword with Scabbard by Alex Coppel Martini-Henry Rifles and the following ink stampedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is one of several varieties of Germany army officer's swords complete with steel scabbard dating from the turn of the 19th century and up through WW1. Nice double fullered nickel plated blade with areas of intricate engraved decoration. Bakelite grip with single guard knuckle bow and twin langettes. The blade bearing German maker's marking of scales and the initials "A. C." for the renowned Solingen maker, Alex