Antique Arms and Armor, August 28th, 2021

RARE 16TH-17TH C. ITALIAN FALCHION SHORT SWORD

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Start price: $2,000

Estimated price: $4,000 - $6,000

Buyer's premium:

Rare 16th-17th C. Italian FALCHION Short Sword. Very good early example with its massive broad lightly curved blade featuring two narrow fullers to each side and a very exiting raised false edge tip, one side bearing a struck makers mark. With its leather bound grip and steel hilt mounts depicting a carved image of a warrior to the clam-shell, other engraved decoration. Massive sword of very desirable and rare form. Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 29 3/4" Blade Length : 24". Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]