A gold-inlaid Northern European smallsword, end of the 17th century Slender thrusting blade of diamond section with the signature "SEBASTIAN HERNANDES" in the fullers on each side. Loose knuckle-bow hilt with gold inlaid floral designs and grotesque masks. Wooden grip with silver Turk's head. Grip cover and second Turk's head missing. Quillon opposite the knuckle-bow is bent. Gold inlays in the region of the pommel are somewhat rubbed. Length cm. A high quality smallsword, easily improved by restoration. historic, historical, 17th century, sword, swords, w,

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