sword bayonet
22 1/2 long 1 inch width Japanese steel On handle it has A Below that numbers 16683 Further down it has RE
My mothers step father had it when he was either in Germany or when he came to America and inlisted in the army
Inherited
Maybe
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The presented object appears to be a German K98 bayonet with scabbard. This bayonet was introduced in the late 19th century and still in usage in WWII. This bayonet came probably as memorabilia after WWI or WWII to the USA.
This piece is in medium condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 30 to 60 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
Georg
