Artemis Gallery
19th C. French Steel, Wood, & Brass Sword w/ Crest
Product Description
Western Europe, France, ca. 19th century CE. A fabulous French sword of an elegant form that was perhaps created for model or display purposes. The wheel-shaped pommel has a pair of raised faces which feature inlaid brass shield-form crests on either side, and the wooden handle is topped with a tightly-wrapped steel chain.
The slender carbon-steel quillon has tapered termini that flank a raised central ridge. The forged-carbon-steel blade has an elongated, tapered profile, a slightly raised fuller, sharpened edges, and a rounded but narrow tip used for piercing heavy plate armor at one time. A maker's mark near the top of the blade shoulder resembles a fleur-de-lis.
Slight bending to overall form of blade, with age-commensurate fissure to handle, with slight loosening to chain atop the handle, and fading to original luster of steel and brass components, otherwise intact and very good. Nice patina throughout.
Product Details
- Materials
Steel, Wood, Brass
- Measurements
0.25"L x 9"W x 38.25"H
- OriginFrance
— Includes Certificate Of Authenticity
Shipping Information
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Ship In2-3 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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