ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
CEÑIR SWORD. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 3-noma-A |
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Name | Ceñir Sword |
Body | College of Hijosdalgo of Madrid |
Guard | Completely made of gilded brass. Pommel shaped like a helmet with a plume. Grip features the coat of arms of Spain under a royal crown. Highly decorated guard and knuckle guard. Heart-shaped shell, showcasing two reclining and facing lions on the upper part and, in the center, enamelled, the emblematic cross of the Corps. |
Blade | Straight. The first third is flat and engraved, while the rest has three flat sections and two edges. |
Sheath | Black leather, with gilded and highly decorated mouth and tip, even on the button for the frog consisting of a bunch. |
Inscription | FABCA DE TOLEDO |
Historical Description | In a corporate meeting, the Madrid nobility led to the establishment of the Noble Corps of Madrid. In 1909, it was granted the title of “Royal Corps of Nobility of Madrid,” heir to the Ancient State of Knights Hijosdalgo of the Villa and Court, also known as the Hijosdalgo of Madrid. |
Total Length | 880 mm |
Blade | 755 mm |
Width | 012 mm |
Collection | Collection of Julio Jiménez |