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Title Honved officer's portepee
Nationality Hungarian
Period c 1917-18
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This rare knot was carried by Honved officers in the last years of the Austrian empire in the reign of Kaiser Karl, who succeeded Franz Joseph on his death in 1916 (hence the 'K' for Karl). The Honved was a Hungarian army of reserve elements which served alongside the Imperial and Royal army in wartime.

This sword knot could have been worn on infantry or cavalry officers' swords and even, perhaps, on dress bayonets. You rarely see examples of this knot and this particular one is in really nice shape for its age, with only a little tarnishing to the silver braid of the strap. The base of the barrel has a black velvet infill.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Edged Weapons : Swords : Hungarian : 20th Century]

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The item I ordered has arrived and is in phenomenal condition. I will be using it to promote the work I do... www.blackpoppyrose.org

Selena Carty, United Kingdom, 18.12.2018

My order arrived this morning, thanks for the prompt delivery.

Two excellent original pieces, I must say.

Buckle is in minty condition retaining so much detail esp plummage on eagle's neck and chest, like to see those 'creases' on the legs also... a beautiful example of an early O&C buckle.

Belt is very interesting, rather thin, CROUPON stamped and also behind the tongue...maybe Allegmeine but no SS markings as you state. Beautiful piece none the less.

Thanks for a speedy transaction Chris, I am very happy with my purchase :)

B M, United Kingdom, 26.10.2018

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