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6th December 2017, 11:34 PM
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Italian? Rapier
I am not sure about the origin of that one. I am betting on Italian, but open to suggestions.
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7th December 2017, 07:43 PM
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Hi Foxbat,
Not too familar with these type of swords but the curious insect/skeleton design on the guard and quillons make me think of the early schiavonas. So Venice or elsewhere in Northern Italy could be a good bet! |
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7th December 2017, 08:05 PM
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Magnificent piece, and yes, it looks Italian to me too, albeit the hilt is more in the French style.
PS: On second thoughts, maybe not Italian. The ricasso is very different from what I have seen on other Italian blades. May it be a piece of historicism?! 
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7th December 2017, 09:47 PM
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A fascinating example, that's for sure
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7th December 2017, 10:54 PM
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This decoration style is often called cartilaginous.
Another uncommon feature is the full length fuller. There are some symbols and marks inside it. |
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8th December 2017, 02:58 PM
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