State Officials’ & Diplomatic Daggers, Sword and Bayonet
State Officials’ & Diplomatic Daggers – Features, Variants & Classification
The two almost identical models – the State Officials’ Dagger (M1939) and the
Diplomatic Corps Dagger (M1939) – are among the most elegant representative weapons of the era.
Typical are silvered or gilded fittings, grip plates made of artificial mother-of-pearl,
and a pommel in the shape of an eagle’s head in profile (facing left). The key difference lies
in the crossguard eagle: on the State Officials’ Dagger it faces left, while on the
Diplomatic Corps Dagger it faces right. Both versions also exist in gilded variants;
the internal hilt components were factory-assembled with matching assembly numbers.
Construction & Details
Pommel: Eagle’s head in profile (facing left) – identical on both dagger types.
Crossguard: Open-winged eagle with wreath; direction of the eagle’s head as key identifier
(State Officials left, Diplomatic Corps right).
Grip: Plates made of artificial mother-of-pearl (translucent, slightly convex);
inner parts with assembly numbers on grip, crossguard, pommel and sometimes scabbard throat.
Scabbard: Silvered; suspension bands decorated with oak leaves and acorns.
Hangers & Portepee: Several hanger variants exist; the associated
portepee is smaller/slimmer than standard army versions.
Fittings: Standard silver-plated versions, but also known in gilded executions.
Manufacturers: Mainly Carl Eickhorn, Solingen and Alcoso (ACS), Solingen;
no RZM markings.
Diplomatic Sword (Model 1938)
For the Diplomatic Corps, an additional ceremonial sword (1938) was produced,
manufactured by Alcoso among others. It is characterized by a double-etched blade
and richly decorated scabbard fittings, and must be regarded as a distinct weapon compared to the daggers.
Diplomatic Dress Bayonet (rare)
The so-called Diplomatic Dress Bayonet is considered extremely rare
(partly prototype, documented for Alcoso). Its design reflects the motifs of the daggers,
but it features the typical blade and crossguard form of a bayonet.
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FAQ
How can I distinguish a State Officials’ Dagger from a Diplomatic Corps Dagger?
Both models are almost identical in construction (eagle-head pommel facing left, artificial mother-of-pearl grip, silvered scabbard with oak-leaf bands).
The main difference lies in the crossguard: State Officials – eagle facing left,
Diplomatic Corps – eagle facing right. Both also exist in gilded versions.
How can I identify an authentic piece?
No RZM markings: These daggers and swords were never produced with RZM codes.
Manufacturers: Typically Carl Eickhorn (squirrel logo) & Alcoso/ACS (scales & swords).
Genuine unmarked examples are also known.
Assembly numbers: Matching inner assembly numbers on grip, crossguard, pommel (and sometimes scabbard throat) are a good sign of originality.
Grip plates: Authentic artificial mother-of-pearl with translucent depth, precisely fitted and riveted.
Fittings: Clean silver plating or gilding (for gold versions), sharp details and finely executed oak-leaf/acorn motifs on suspension bands.
Hangers & portepee: Period-correct textiles and leather; the portepee is smaller than the army standard.
Blades: Daggers usually without etched decoration; the Diplomatic Sword (1938)
features double-sided etching.
Which accessories increase the value?
Original hangers, period portepees, cases, photographs, award documents,
and consistent assembly numbers significantly increase collectibility and market value.
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