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231 - A SPANISH MATADOR VERDUGO SWORD, C. 19TH/20TH CENTURY
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A SPANISH MATADOR VERDUGO SWORD, C. 19TH/20TH CENTURY A type of traditional Spanish sword known as a 'verdugo' or 'verduguillo', created for use by bullfighting matadors (toreadors) in the corrida de toros. The Verdugo is meant to be used like a short spear, the tip having quillons to prevent the blade from entering too far, its primary purpose being to thrust into the base of the bull's neck to sever the spinal cord - a move known as 'Descabello'. This example with a bronze hilt, some engraved patterning to the forte of the blade, and the tip with two fullers to each side. Spain, 19th/20th cen. Dimensions: L: 31 3/8 in., (79.7 cm.) Condition: Blade pitted. Hilt with wear throughout. Pommel lacking bottom half of ball. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.
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