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Chiseled Swept-Hilt Rapier - Damascus Blade and ornate Gold Inlays

Chiseled Swept-Hilt Rapier - Damascus Blade and ornate Gold Inlays

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This finely crafted Swept-Hilt Rapier features an elaborate chiseled guard and crossguard with beautifully formed sweeping elements, likely of Italian or Spanish design influence. The pommel is richly adorned with sculpted figures, and the grip is wire-wrapped with classic Turk's heads at both ends.

The blade is a stunning Damascus steel example, marked at the ricasso and embellished with a gold inlaid maker's stamp near the forte. While the exact origin remains unclear, the piece is believed to be 90% original and may be a Victorian-era homage to 17th-century originals. Rapiers like this were originally popular during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods, used primarily by gentlemen for civilian self-defense and dueling.

The sweeping guard offered superior hand protection during thrust-based fencing styles. By the Victorian era, many wealthy collectors commissioned high-quality reproductions of Renaissance arms for decorative or ceremonial use, often retaining the exquisite attention to detail seen in this example. Whether original or reproduction, this sword is a stunning representation of craftsmanship and martial elegance spanning centuries.

Specifications:

  • Material: Damascus Steel
  • Origin: Unknown
  • Period: Victorian or Late Renaissance

Condition:

Very Good/Fine – Shows light to moderate wear, may have minor imperfections. A very fine example of the collectible. May also be labelled as Collector Quality.

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