An Austrian two-hand sword, circa 1580 Double-edged blade of flattened diamond section, with long ricasso. On both sides smith mark below the lateral parrying hooks. Extended, originally blackened cross-guard with volute ornaments, fleur-de-lys ornaments in both guard rings (on one side incomplete). Original, nail-studded leather grip with corresponding blackened iron pommel. Length cm. historic, historical, sword, swords, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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Size: 1374px × 5228px
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License: Licensed
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