A heavy German campaign sword with a left-handed hilt, 2nd half of the 17th century Heavy single-edged blade with a double-edged, slightly rounded point. Shallow double fullers on both sides, and stamped notch decoration beneath the back of the blade. The blade is marked "SS" between stars on one side. Engraved iron swept hilt (one guard bar broken) with a thumb ring and richly embossed double shell-guard. Leather-covered grip (damaged, restored) with an iron grip ferrule and pommel cap. Top nut replaced. Length 95 cm. Rare weapon made for a left hander. histor,

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