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That last sword with gold wire wrap is even more interesting. Other than the wrap being reminiscent of later sabres, this one also has "sabre-like" scabbard fitting. Checkout these scabbards.
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Yes, very similar! I am not very knowledgeable about sabers and post-medieval swords, so I didn't make this connection.
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The main altar at the church St. Johannes und St. Martin in Schwabach. Finished in 1508. Another example that these multi-fullered blades were quite widespread, local details being more in the hilt.
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I think this one is one is quite interesting because it also seems to show cuff-shaped rainguard, integrated into the hilt, like several of the Hungarian swords
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This one seems to have circulated through several auction houses, here is one instance:
https://www.christies.com/lot/lot-50...ssummary&lid=1
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This one I am more dubious about, some proportions of the hilt seem off to me...