A ca. 1730's pirate's saber
Hi Joe,
although I do not have an expertise in edged weapons, a friend of mine sure does and this is what he can attribute to your item:
It is not 'decorative' as one member feels but is of ca. 1730's date and definitely an early pirate's saber before they all began looking more or less the same in the second half of the 18th century.
He remembers reading on them and will share the details when he has found out.
Have fun with your rare piece!
Michael
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