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Old 14th February 2009, 05:08 PM   #5
Rick
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It's nice to see this sword retains it's staple guard; too many come without .
One of the jaws seems to have been truncated at some point .
The carving is nice and crisp yet has a good age patina .
The scabbard is always a plus !
Dates on the coins ??

I see it was a hairy example at one point in its life .
The bell is a ceremonial addition possibly ?

Good acquisition .
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