unusual basket hilt broadsword

[SwordLover79]

Hello: here are photos of a baskethilt broadsword I acquired recently. Not sure of it's authenticity, origin or age. The blade is 30.6 inches in length and 1.5 inches wide. 3 short fullers and a mark at the end of the longer fuller on both sides. I appreciate all comments...Thanks! Dave

[SwordLover79]

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[Jim McDougall]

Away from references, but looks like an 18th century Venetian naval sword if I recall, and the marks seems like Missaglia. VERY NICE, and look forward to more informed entries. Authentic.

[M ELEY]

Great catch, Jim! These naval half-basket types are pretty cool. One can see the evolution from the shiavonna in these. The blade is perhaps a German import?