Choice iron long sword with crescent guard and pommel

A choice iron long sword believed to be from the Medieval period, c. 1200 - 1500, the 29 1/2 in (75 cm) blade with parallel sides and reinforced tip, the fuller running the entire length. The grip is quite long at two hands with three rivets for veneer in another substance, the guard is crescent-shaped, and the pommel is dome-shaped. L: 38 3/4 in (98.2 cm). A solid and well-preserved example! Ex Neil Watt collection, Austin, TX; Ex Artomex, acquired in 1997.

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