Shell Sword: The Impressive Story Of Carlos II

SWORD OF SHELLS VIVA CARLOS II, 17th century. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	2-1675-C
Name	Sword of Shells
Period	17th century
Guard	Made of iron, formed by two symmetrical shells with elegant bows. Deep engravings on the front, extensive cross with long straight quillons, a ring that connects to the pommel in a wide arc. Short grip with two ferrules and brass wire wrapping.
Blade	Wide and straight, with central grooves in the first quarter, the rest in lenticular section. Edge on both sides up to the tip.
Total Length	1009 mm
Blade Length	920 mm
Blade Width	042 mm
Inscription	VIVA CARLOS II, KING OF…
Description	Sword dedicated to King Carlos II “the Bewitched,” the last monarch of the House of Austria. Possibly used on horseback.

Shell Sword: The Impressive Story of Carlos II