Collector's Sword: French Influence During The Reign Of Ferdinand VII

ESPADÍN. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	3-diplo-D
Name	Espadín
Era	Around 1815
Guard	Made of engraved silver in the French Restoration style, featuring a double shell where the effigy of Fernando VII is depicted, held by two winged angels who place a laurel crown over the King. At the base, two reclining lions gaze towards the monarch. The pommel is shaped like the head of the goddess Athena, the grip is covered with ivory scales, and the knuckle guard is designed in the form of a challenging bird.
Blade	Straight, with a very short ricasso, hollow-ground, with an edge running outward and a square spine for the first two-fifths. In the remaining three-fifths of the inside, the blade adopts a lenticular section with two defined edges.
Sheath	Of black leather with a brass plated throat and tip. A bouquet of flowers on the button.
Inscription	None visible
Description	Interesting espadín with a marked French influence, as its fashionable period in that country coincides with the reign of Fernando VII. A weapon of evident Fernandine inclination or, in any case, used by a high-ranking individual during the lengthy years of absolutism under this King. The material and excellent craftsmanship of its shell demonstrate the high quality of its owner, whether a prominent military or civil figure of elevated rank.
Total Length	920 mm
Blade Length	790 mm
Blade Width	023 mm
Collection	José Parés
Type	Small sword non-regulation or ceremonial

Collector’s Sword: French Influence During the Reign of Ferdinand VII