1) Katzbalger sword, 36 inches overall, with a 29 1/4 inch double edged, spear point, diamond cross-section blade and a "figure 8" profile guard with carved spiral decorations on the sides and ball quillions. The hilt is metal-capped hardwood with grooved sides and a flared base. 2) Large set of dividers, for measuring or surveying instrument, 34 3/4 inches overall with a pair of hinged diamond cross-section arms. Provenance: The William Ashby Collection