Markings or Decorations on Mexican Swords

[Matt Branch]

Thanks Jim,
Liz was the most helpful of all I have contacted, and I understand the lack of time and money in museums ect we all have that some times.
I wish I could travel to some of the museums I have found on line, some say they have over a hundred edged weapons but have no photos to search through.
The photos Liz sent have left me with more questions than answers, the hilt on these two swords look very similar to mine and I would like to know where they came from, also I wish I could see the eagls she describes on one of the blades.
Jim, I have been thinking about your comment about the John Walter book and that swords were marketed along with cutlery and tableware and I am starting to follow that path to see where it may lead, do you know of any sources I can check ?
Thanks again
Regards
Matt