Lot 1295
A German two-hand sword, circa 1600
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A106aw | Live auction | 581 Lots
Description
The sturdy blade with straight cutting edges, widening slightly towards the point. The long ricasso with two sturdy guards, original leather cover. The flat quillons extending into stylised fleur-de-lys motifs, split guards on the top. Sturdy guard rings on both sides. The grip covered in the original velvet, heavily worn in places. Remnants of the original lanyard on the quillons and in the centre, embellished with three notched iron rivets over the central groove (one rivet has been lost). Sturdy, double tapered pommel with eight notches. Length 171 cm.Condition: II Questions about the lot?