A broadsword, German, circa 1680 A slightly curved, single-edged blade with fullers on both sides and a double-edged point. The upper third bears etched floral decoration, with the date "Anno 168(?)" and the mottos "Vincere aut mori" and Pro deo " worn by cleaning. Blackened iron knucklebow hilt. Asymmetric guard plates with point perforations. The grip cover has the original brass wire wrapping and braided ferrules. Mushroom shaped pommel. Length 90 cm. historic, historical, 17th century, sword, swords, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, militar,

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