Lot 1281

An Italian rapier, circa 1560/70

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

Description

Robust double-edged blade of flattened diamond section. The pseudo inscription "PAPAPAPA" struck within the deep fuller on both sides at the forte, the wide bars decorated on the obverse with chiselled acanthus leaves. The bars on the reverse slightly ridged. Octagonal grip with fine iron wire wrap and Turk's heads. Bi-conical pommel with boldly chiselled acanthus ornaments. Length 128.5 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.