Lot 1265

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

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A106aw | Live auction | 581 Lots

Hammer price € 5,200

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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 auction starts on Tuesday, Nov 4, 2025 at 10 am (CET). Lot no. 1001 - 1582. The pre-sale view will take place from Oct 27 - to Oct 31 2025 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.