ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SPANISH SWORDS
CEÑIR SWORD. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)
Reference | 3-ayba-A |
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Name | Ceñir Sword |
Era | Around 1870 |
Hilt | Engraved and pierced alpaca bowl with the Barcelona coat of arms, globular chiseled pommel, and an ebony grip with metal wire |
Blade | Straight, with a large ricasso and two edges to three flats towards the tip |
Sheath | Black leather with silver trim and tip |
Inscription | No visible inscription |
Total Length | 950 mm |
Blade Length | 790 mm |
Width | 18 mm |
Description | The presence of the shield of the City of Barcelona on this sword is remarkable, similar to the model 1860 Engineer Officer’s Sword |