Sword Of Shells I.H.S.: A Historical Jewel From The 17th Century

SWORD OF SHELLS I.H.S. 17th century. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (swordsmith)

Reference	2-1640-C
Name	Sword of Shells “I.H.S.”
Period	17th century
Guard	Made of iron, formed by two symmetrical shells and elegant bows at the base. Deep engravings of animals and leaves. Cross with long straight quillons, handguard joined to the pommel in an arc. Short grip with ferrules and brass wire wrapping. Riveted tang.
Blade	Straight, with central flutes in its first quarter, the rest with two flat surfaces, both double-edged.
Total Length	1055 mm
Blade Length	905 mm
Width	019 mm
Inscription	I.H.S.
Inscription Description	It can be interpreted as Iesus de los Hombres Salvador or the mark of the swordsmith Johann Hoppe of Solingen.
Photography	Photographs by Lluc Sala

Sword of Shells I.H.S.: A Historical Jewel from the 17th Century