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EUROPEAN HUNTING SWORD.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 750.00 USD
EUROPEAN HUNTING SWORD.
Overall length: 27 1/2". Blade length: 21 3/8”. Plain blade of elliptical cross section, engraved on both sides with the date “.1.6.1.6.”. The sword itself likely dates to the late 18th century and utilizes an earlier family blade. The crossguard & ricasso are brass with engraved petal decoration. One quillon turns down & the other turns up. Large wooden grip with copper wire wrap is topped by a brass capstan. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has been cleaned & buffed, but the engraving remains substantially clear. Hilt shows light wear overall. Wire is complete. (02-20146/BF). $500-750.