Diplomatic Espadín: 19th Century Elegance In Ceremonies

ESPADÍN. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	3-diplo-B
Name	Espadín
Period	Around 1810
Hilt	Brass hilt with decorative and engraved “Empire” designs. Composed of a square column handguard, guard, pommel, ferrule, and a pierced shell representing Aphrodite. Checkered ebony grip.
Blade	“Colichemarde” blade with a lenticular cross-section in its first quarter, featuring elegant decorative engravings with a gilded background.
Total Length	900 mm
Blade Length	770 mm
Width H	30 mm
Scabbard	Presumed to be black leather, with a very ornate brass throat and tip.
Inscription	VIVA ESPAÑA, Coat of Arms of Spain under royal crown
Description	Characteristic piece of the period, suitable for presentations, ceremonies, and similar events, linked to military protocol.

Diplomatic Espadín: 19th Century Elegance in Ceremonies