Isabeline Waist Sword: Elegance And Exclusivity In 1867

SWORD OF THE WAIST. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (swordsmith)

Reference	3-diplo-N
Name	Sword of the waist
Period	Around 1867
Guard	Slender guard of late Isabeline chronology in openwork Gothic and gold-accented. Beautiful and elaborately crafted knuckle guard, symmetrical bowl raised halfway to the ring, straight quillons finished in opposite directions, full grip wrapped in twisted wire, and proud pommel with a button. On the back of the bowl, the arms of Spain in marked relief.
Blade	Flat, engraved with a shield, military trophies, and dated. The rest, with three faces and two edges in accordance with the most genuine Spanish style.
Sheath	Black leather with a brass mouth and tip. On the suspension button, the shield of Spain.
Inscription	TOLEDO 1867
Description	It is obvious that we are not facing an ordinary sword, but rather a commissioned specimen for a high-ranking Isabeline character belonging to the nobility or upper class. It may also have belonged to state officials or some General of the army.
Total Length	887 mm
Blade Length	750 mm
Blade Width	18 mm
Collection	V.N.
Type	Non-regulation or ceremonial sword

Isabeline Waist Sword: Elegance and Exclusivity in 1867