Hi Matt,
It has been noted many times over the years that Mexican and Spanish Colonial weapons are very little represented in most books on edged weapons. Even in Mexico, the only book I was able to find published there is from a museum and very general in miscellaneous weapons, not focused on Mexican arms.
I think it may be a good idea to check nusimatic sources as the coins often reflect period iconography, and this often applies to markings and motif on many weapons of many countries.
I like the way you are tenaciously researching this sword! and glad you are keeping the topic active.
All the best,
Jim
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