Lot 1307

A Spanish swept hilt rapier, 17th century

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

Description

Long thrusting blade of diamond section with (rubbed) Toledo mark on each side of the ricasso. The fullers on both sides signed "AYALA" on the obverse. Swept knuckle-bow hilt with broad quillons and guard plate cut in the shape of a shell on the reverse. Grip with two iron ferrules and handle of twisted copper wire. Iron ball pommel incised with continuous spiral decoration. Length 115 cm.

Condition: II - Questions about the lot?

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.