WOW, very beautiful Italian (Roma?) rapier in an extremely good condition, maybe even a bit earlier +-c1560.
Blademark of Federico Piccinino, son of Antonio and brother of amourer Lucio.
attached an allmost similar rapier from Armi Bianche Italiane.
truly a high quality piece.
best,
jasper
Last edited by cornelistromp; 7th November 2014 at 12:15 PM.
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