ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
Official Cavalry Riding Sword, Mid-18th Century. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
| Reference | 4-1759-F |
|---|---|
| Name | Official Cavalry Riding Sword |
| Period | Mid-18th Century |
| Grip | Bronze with a high percentage of copper (over 80%), enveloping counterguard, ring, and two quillons. |
| Blade | Straight, with a hollow grind on the first quarter and three flat sections on both edges up to the tip. |
| Inscription | ONE GOD, ONE LAW, AND ONE KING (On both sides) |
| Total Length | 1040 mm |
| Blade Length | 900 mm |
| Blade Width | 33 mm |
| Description | Sword for cavalry without destination indicators, suitable for officers and with distinguishing features. |
| Photograph | Photographs by Lluc Sala |
