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2790 - A Swiss saber with a lion-head pommel, circa 1620
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A Swiss saber with a lion-head pommel, circa 1620 Slightly curved back blade with a double-edged tip. At the base, a wide, flat groove on both sides, transitioning into a double groove. Surface is mottled, with some slight pitting. Etched decorative motifs on both sides in the upper third, partially filled in. Male bust with the motto “Soli deo gloria” and an additional maxim. Iron guard with a finely openwork guard plate on both sides and a thumb ring. The S-shaped curved crossguard tapers into finely carved lion heads. Original tang with iron and copper wire winding; two iron grip plates on the sides; finely braided Turkish-style grip wraps. Iron pommel in the shape of a lion’s head with an inserted tang. Length 92 cm. Typical Swiss scabbard shape. Similar sabers can be found, among other places, in the inventory of the weapons collection at the Bern Historical Museum. Condition: II -
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Armor, Edged Weapons, and Antique Firearms - IIAuction house
Hermann Historica +49 8 95 47 26 490 contact@hermann-historica.comDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.