The sword that is worn with scabbard thrust through a slot in the tunic is the finest Prussian diplomatic sword. It has the wonderful gilded finish that shows very good former custodianship. All finish is bright and only worn a bit at the d-guard and eagle’s beak (the two spots that would get constant exposure to the hands of the wearer). The grips are of unblemished fine mother-of-pearl. The dramatic Prussian eagle is surmounted by the Prussian crown on the clamshell guard. The eagle-head pommel is bold and defiant as he clutches the D-guard that flows artistically into the rest of the distinct pattern. The whole of the sword is 94 cm long with the scabbard. The blade is finely etched with tightly patterned floral design on both sides and even down the spine. This sword is in the white scabbard used only for high-dress occasions. The black would be only for court use. There are honest age cracks throughout, but with continuing care they aren’t going anywhere.