ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
ROYAL SABER OF THE CAVALRY MAESTRANZA OF SEVILLE. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (swordsmith)
Reference | 3-mase-A |
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Guard | Golden brass grip with cup hilt, straight cross guard, grip with gold twist and oval chiseled pommel. Decorated with fleur-de-lis and the emblem of the Royal Maestranza of Cavalry of Seville. |
Blade | Straight, with a fuller and two edges on three panels up to the point. |
Scabbard | Black leather with golden throat and tip. Used for semi-formal occasions. White scabbard restricted to court events. Metal scabbard for major gala days. |
Inscription | FCA DE TOLEDO, JORDANA PRINCIPE 9 MADRID. |
History | Creation of the Maestranzas by Don Felipe II in 1572 for the practice of arms and riding. Maestrante designates equestrian masters in Andalusia. Authorization for bullfighting and the birth of the Royal Maestranza in Seville. |
Use of Scabbard | Leather or steel scabbard depending on gala, semi-gala or daily use. |
Total Length | 900 mm |
Blade Length | 750 mm |
Width | 011 mm |
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