Antique The Pettibone Bros. Mfg. Co. Knights Templar Fraternal Sword & Scabbard For Sale

Presenting a remarkable antique Knights Templar Fraternal Sword manufactured by The Pettibone Bros. Mfg. Co. of Cincinnati, as clearly marked on the blade. This ornate sword features a heavily etched blade with intricate gold and silver-tone detailing, depicting various masonic and templar imagery, including crosses, knights, and skulls. The handle is crafted from a cream-colored material, likely celluloid or ivorine, with a prominent gold cross emblem, and is adorned with detailed dark metal fittings, including a knight\'s helmet pommel. The accompanying metal scabbard is equally decorative, featuring detailed engravings and red cross accents. Also included is a vintage brown leather frog/belt attachment, though its originality to the sword cannot be definitively confirmed. This piece exhibits significant historical character with visible wear, tarnishing, and some loss of gold finish on the blade, consistent with its age and use. A truly captivating collectible for enthusiasts of fraternal history, militaria, or antique swords.