ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
CUP HILT SWORD JUAN DE VILLA-VALENCIA 17th century. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 2-1640-D |
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Name | Cup Hilt Sword |
Author | Juan de Villa-Valencia |
Period | 17th century |
Guard | Spanish style, large cup in simple and full form, decorated with shells and foliage themes. |
Blade | Straight, long, and thin, typical executioner’s blade. |
Total Length | 1040 mm |
Blade Length | 960 mm |
Blade Width | 18 mm |
Inscription | FROM THE ARMORER JUAN DE VILLA VALENCIA |
Description | Work of the armorer Juan de Villa, a valiant Valencian blacksmith of notable level. |