A South German two-hand sword, circa 1580 Broad, double-edged blade with a medial ridge on each side. Long ricasso with decorative lines and lugs separated on the sides. Extended quillons conically widening towards the ends, guard rings on both sides with mounted guard plates. Octagonal grip with central baluster, the original leather cover with grooved decoration is largely preserved. Round, double-tapering pommel. Length 165 cm. historic, historical, sword, swords, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, military, militaria, object, object, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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