Original German WWI / WWII Era Medal Bar with EKII and Brunswick War Merit Cross - 4 Awards Sharps Rifle The included steel scabbard is

The included steel scabbard is in great shape

In wonderful almost untouched condition beautifully preserved with at least 125 years of age making this a most unique and desirable collector's item

Fitted with a single edged and a slight Bowie styled blade this is an original fighting knife used by the Germans in WW1 and then again in WW2

The Gold Close Combat Clasp was often regarded in higher esteem than the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross by the German infantry

and has suffered some rust damage

Original German WWI / WWII Era Medal Bar with EKII and Brunswick War Merit Cross - 4 Awards Sharps Rifle The included steel scabbard isOriginal Item: One of a kind. This is a very nice genuine medal bar, owned by a German soldier who fought during WWI, and was apparently from the Duchy of Brunswick (Braunschweig). He then served again during WWII, earning additional decorations. The colors on some of the ribbons are slightly due to wear and age, but it is still a very attractive piece. The set of 4 medals offered in good condition is mounted on a metal backing board with pin and