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Italian Schiavona basket hilt broadsword circa 1660-1725, measuring 39-7/8" overall with 1-1/2" wi

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:625.00 USD
Italian Schiavona basket hilt broadsword  circa 1660-1725, measuring 39-7/8  overall  with 1-1/2  wi
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Italian Schiavona basket hilt broadsword circa 1660-1725, measuring 39-7/8" overall with 1-1/2" wide blade showing deep blood grooves that extend 27" down blade. The blade shows light old engraving which mayhave been an armorer's type mark. The grip is a very old replacement as the pommel nut shows a deep patina. The blade is well forged and shows light to heavy pitting; the hilt is nicely made and shows qualityforging. Provenance Czerny (Italy), Auction 7, #878, 5/15/02, where it fetched approximately $2,500. Est.: $1,250-$2,500