ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
OFFICIAL SABLE OF THE ROYAL GUARD. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 4-1835-B |
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Name | Royal Guard Officer |
Period | circa 1835 |
Hilt | Excellent overdosed gilded guard, chiseled with three quillons, ring, and short knuckle bow. Noteworthy is a shield with the arms of Spain set on a halo of sun rays. |
Blade | Very wide and curved, with a corded spine and a false edge in the shape of a carp’s tongue. Outer edge from the ricasso to the tip. |
Scabbard | Special, very well polished, with two broad brass bands and a short chape with a raised part. |
Inscription | To Francisco Coloma. Weapon of honor and reward, highlighting the good taste and the wealth of the high-ranking officer. |
Total Length | 955 mm |
Blade Length | 795 mm |
Blade Width | 35 mm |
Collection | V.N. |
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