Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 3rd June 2025
Lot 187
A 17th century cavalry sword, single-edged blade 30.25 in., narrow back fuller and running wolf mark
Estimate £1,200 - £1,800 | Hammer £1386
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Description
A 17th century cavalry sword, single-edged blade 30.25 in., narrow back fuller and running wolf mark to either side; steel hilt of 'Walloon' type, side rings filled with plates pierced and engraved with a pattern of nested borders, slender knuckle bow augmented by two scrolling bars to each side, large ovoid pommel with incised border to the tang button, grip later wrapped with braided wire and copper tape, probably English, c. 1670.
(92.4 cm OAL)