A two-hand sword, historicism, composed of old parts Dating from circa 1580, original blade of flattened hexagonal section with waved edges on both sides. The long ricasso has a leather cover and two guards mounted on the sides. Extended, twisted quillons with rolled finials, the ridged ring guards on both sides curling around decorative fleur-de-lys motifs. Grip has a heavily worn velvet cover and decorative studs. Original, double tapered pommel. Length 164 cm. historic, historical, sword, swords, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, mi, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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