A Pappenheim rapier, Southern Germany or Northern Italy, circa 1620. Stout, ridged blade with a lenticular section of approximately 6 cm length at the forte. The ricasso with old leather covering. Iron, ridged bar hilt with finely pierced double shell-guard. The grip retaining its original (slightly defect) iron wire winding and Turk's heads. Octagonal pear-shaped pommel. Attached is an old collection number. Length cm. historic, historical, 17th century, sword, swords, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, military, militaria, object, objects, sti,

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