Flaming Cup Swords Of The 17th Century: A Historical Treasure

CUP HILT SWORD. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (swordologist)

Reference	2-1650-J
Name	Cup Hilt Sword
Period	17th Century
Guard	Solid iron guard with cup, undecorated, with a false edge, straight cross-guards, and a tapered wooden grip.
Blade	Straight, flame-shaped, with grooves in the first third and two continuous edges throughout.
Inscription	EL SANTISIMO CRUSOFISIO MIN SENAL HES
Total Length	990 mm
Blade Length	810 mm
Blade Width	30 mm
Collection	Collection of S.B.G.M.
Description	Flame-shaped blades are scarce and difficult to forge; in the Christian tradition, they are associated with angels.

Flaming Cup Swords of the 17th Century: A Historical Treasure