
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
JUANES “THE OLD” Lazo Sword, 16th century Ref. 2-1590-C. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
| Reference | 2-1590-C |
|---|---|
| Name | Lazo Sword |
| Era | 16th century |
| Guard | Made of looped iron, guard formed by two curved quillons in opposite directions, a small shield, ring or knuckle guard with three branches, five bridges, small grilles with the eagle of the Austrias. |
| Blade | Straight, with a groove engraved in the strong third, remaining with three faces and two edges up to the point. |
| Total Length | 1060 mm |
| Width H | 023 mm |
| Description | Ropera swords were part of the attire of a civilian or a military man. |
| Museum Inventory | Royal Armory of Madrid, NATIONAL HERITAGE no. inv. G-59 |







