Original German WWII US GI Made Army Heer Officer's Lion Head Sword Hilt Candlestick Holder ERA and there is dirt and

and there is dirt and some grime around the end of the handle as well

made by a well-known maker and offered in great condition

The movement was based on the 21 jewel

but this was a time-consuming and expensive process

and is marked with the Tikkakoski factory logo

Original German WWII US GI Made Army Heer Officer's Lion Head Sword Hilt Candlestick Holder ERA and there is dirt andOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a beautiful classic Lionhead German WWII Officer sword hilt that was turned into a candlestick holder by an American soldier after the war or during. The all brass hilt consists of a finely detailed lion head with an engraved backstrap and "P" guard. The Lion is fitted with blood red faceted "jewel" eyes. There is nice detail throughout his whiskers, chin, and muzzle. The handwork is beautifully rendered