Germany, Imperial. A Patriotic Miniature Sword GTRexclude Brigadier General Nathan Bedford Forrest

Brigadier General Nathan Bedford Forrest

and they should not have received special treatment over other veterans who have been denied similar recognition

the obverse three and nine o’clock arms overlaid by crossed gilt swords

a Blockade Runner Badge

presenting multiple Egyptian hallmarking denoting 900 silver content and date 1951-53

Germany, Imperial. A Patriotic Miniature Sword GTRexclude Brigadier General Nathan Bedford Forrest(Miniatur Schwert). A unique patriotic miniature sword, measuring 260 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 200 mm long polished magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and lower edge. The blade bears a double sided acid etched inscription in Fraktur script and sits securely within a one piece bronze hilt with guard. The latter features a highly detailed design consisting of an angel wearing a Pickelhaube, in turn