Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 440:
Rare 16th C. German Saxon Silver Mounted Rapier Sword. An exceptionally rare example of the early Saxon rapier, with its steel furniture having a superb and intricately braided silver and brass grip with a lovely silver flower pommel cap. Kidney shaped shell guard having fine pierced stars. Mounted with a strong double edged blade of rare Trapezoid section configuration. Circa 1500s, rare and early Saxon weapon. Overall length 35" Blade length 28 1/2".
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