Lot 4588

A South German medieval hand-and-a-half sword, circa 1530

Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A108aw | Live auction | 1129 Lots

Hammer price € 12,500

Show related lots

Description

Double-edged blade (the cutting edge slightly notched here and there) with narrow double fullers on both sides. The sturdy ricasso notched on the side, marks struck on both sides (a cross above a heart with three dots). Lavishly fluted iron quillons with guard rings to left and right and large finger rests. The stepped, leather-covered grip well replaced. The pommel with spiral flutes and incised ornamentation, offset riveted button. Length 123 cm.

Condition: II Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 4001 - 5129. The pre-sale view will take place from May 12 - May 15 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CEST). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.