Spring Antique Arms and Armor Day - 1
Lot 2:
Fine 17th C. German or Spanish Pappenheimer Rapier Broad Sword. Large example with its steel mounts having finely pierced double-shell guard, smaller one with a thumb ring on the inside. Wooden grip covered with multi-layered steel wire. Mounted with a broad double-edged blade having short fuller to each side. Lower ricasso featuring maker’s mark on both sides, fullers struck MEFECIT SALINGEN followed by engraved running wolf. Lovely rich patina throughout. A fine quality weapon, German-made, possible for a Spanish market. Overall length 42 1/2". Blade length 35 3/4"
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