A Dutch or Danish cup-hilt rapier,early 17th century Straight blade of diamond section,flattened in the lower third inscribed with the motto,"Nec Timere Nec Timide" on both sides. Chiselled iron hilt,richly decorated with vine patterns,and an openwork cup-guard. Grip covered with twisted iron wire winding and Turk's heads. Chiselled onion-shaped pommel. Length 108 cm,historic,historical,,17th century,sword,swords,weapons,arms,weapon,arm,fighting device,military,militaria,object,objects,stills,clipping,clippings,cut out,cut-out,cut-outs,,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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