ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
CAZOLETA SWORD. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 2-1701-C |
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Name | Cazoleta Sword |
Era | 18th Century |
Guard | Made of iron, consisting of a slightly faceted pear-shaped pommel. Two curved quillons directed towards the knuckle guard, secured with screws to the cazoleta. Handguard ring. Cazoleta formed by a double shell with an outer rim. Knuckle guard, quillon, center, and upper part of the ring covered in brass for decorative purposes, showcasing pieces shaped like “olive.” Excellent silver grip with spiral fluting and two smooth ferrules. |
Blade | Straight, with a flat spine and a groove for three-quarters of its length. Cutting edge on the blade and throughout the interior. No type of inscription is visible. |
Inscription | No visible inscription |
Description | Spanish sword with Asian influences. Possibly made in the Philippines. |
Total Length | 955 mm |
Blade Length | 805 mm |
Blade Width | 030 mm |
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