A Grosses Landsknechtmesser or Probably a Hunting Sword, ca. 1500
Offered in a German sale in 2008.
Preserved in untouched but ruinous condition, retaining its original staghorn grips fixed by hollow rivets. The upturned, usually shell-shaped guard of plain form.
Best,
Michael
Last edited by Matchlock; 10th March 2012 at 01:00 PM.
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