A chiselled cup-hilted rapier, Brescia, circa 1630 A double-edged, ridged blade with a double "pi" mark on both sides of the ricasso. The asymmetrical cup with a reinforced rim is attached with screws. The exterior is chiselled with leafy vines, birds, and monsters in relief. Fluted, S-shaped quillons with monster head finials and a knuckle bow set off with balusters. The six-sided pommel is chiselled en suite. Iron wire winding (a replacement) with braided ferrules. A beautiful rapier with high quality chiselling. Length 119 cm. historic, historical, 17th cent,

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