Lot 6360

A fine German medieval sword with coat of arms and inscription, circa 1100 - 1150

Antique Arms and Armour from all over the world | A102aw | Live auction | 194 Lots

Description

Sturdy, double-edged blade, the long fullers on both sides with corrosion perforations here and there. Brass-inlaid escutcheon on one side with linden leaves arranged in a trefoil. A long, abbreviated inscription in Gothic capital letters in the groove, some of the brass inlays have been lost. The other side undecorated. Straight, extended quillons of square cross-section. Narrow, slightly tapered tang, the pommel in the shape of a flattened Brazil nut. Length 107 cm.

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General Information

The post-auction sale to our "Antique Arms and Armour from all over the world" auction from November 20, 2024 has already started, and will run all the way through December 31, 2024. Until then you can purchase all unsold lots at the starting price plus the buyers premium.