Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 456:
Interesting 16th-17th C. Style French or German Broad Sword Rapier. With its iron hilt mounts having a large S-turned cross-guard with chiseled finials, leather bound wood grip topped with a massive pommel of distinctive crowned form. Mounted with a large double edged blade having two wide fullers to each side, running the entire length of the blade. A large strong sword of an early and seldom encountered pattern, some features suggest the transitional stage from an early German Katzbalger.Total Length (inside scabbard if present): 41 3/4" Blade Length: 34 1/2"
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