Fraternity sword possible knights of Pythias any info is welcome

[WeirdOne]

It looks like it had gold on it before it wore off. Any info would be appreciated.

 

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[Bible]

Was that buried or garage sale bought?

 

[WeirdOne]

It wasn't buried

 

[WeirdOne]

The sword was stuck in the scabbard for some time before we removed it

 

[WeirdOne]

More photos can be provided it needed

 

[freeman]

Yes, it is a Knights of Pythias Sword.

On the hilt is depicted Samson destroying the temple. A write up on a sword that went to auction is in the link below.




https://www.gunsinternational.com/g...-sword-w-samson-depicted.cfm?gun_id=101089778