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Three Swords and a Sword Cane

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$277$225
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2708TLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: February 25, 2014 10:00AM

Description:

Three Swords and a Sword Cane, c. 18th to 20th century, brass-hilted Continental small sword with copper wire wrapped around grip, missing its counter guard, iron blade with markings in fuller, a brass-hilted sword with horn grip and steel blade, a fraternal sword, and a sword cane with brass lion head, carved horn grip, and brass tip with steel blade, lg. 37 to 21 in.
Estimate $200-400

All have patina from age, chain on hand guard of fraternal sword broken, one with bent counter guard.


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords

steel blade, brass lion head, hand guard, bent counter guard