A German cavalryman's sword, circa 1610/20
Oversized sword, the robust, double-edged blade with flattened central ridge. The forte with a narrow fuller on both sides, the short ricasso with a double mark on both sides. Simple iron swept hilt with long S-curved quillons. Original grip with fine iron wire wrap and Turk's heads. Heavy octagonal pommel with tang button. Length 123.5 cm.
Condition: II
Condition: II
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Oversized sword, the robust, double-edged blade with flattened central ridge. The forte with a narrow fuller on both sides, the short ricasso with a double mark on both sides. Simple iron swept hilt with long S-curved quillons. Original grip with fine iron wire wrap and Turk's heads. Heavy octagonal pommel with tang button. Length 123.5 cm.
Condition: II
Condition: II
Reserve
Time, Location
Auction House
