Antique Arms, Armor and related items
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A NORTH ITALIAN COMB MORION C.1580
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Pre 1700 item# 954866 (stock# 08-697)
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$7,700.00
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This example epitomizes the morion at its zenith in Northern Italy with its two piece skull surmounted by an exceptionally high elegant roped edge comb. It is etched overall in panels of foliage with a central mounted warrior one side and a display of arms the other. The comb is decorated with a panel bearing a shield and battle axe inscribed IHS. Opposite is an image of the Scared Heart. The sacred heart symbol was transformed from its mystical origins to an acetic symbol in the first half of t ...click for details
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GERMAN ARMING SWORD C.1580
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Pre 1700 item# 954869 (stock# 09-730)
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$7,250.00
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This classic example is from a well known group including those in the Tower of London IX-125, IX-160 and IX-888, all illustrated in Swords and Daggers in the Tower of London. They are hand and a half swords, designed to be used with one hand or two with the left hand gripping the extended pommel. Arming swords are designed to inflict maximum damage to an armored opponent. The term specifically means a sword worn with armor. The heavy double edged blade of this example is capable of cutting ...click for details
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A PAIR OF ITALIAN HALBERDS C.1600
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Pre 1700 item# 954873 (stock# 09-342)
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$7,200.00
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These two fine examples illustrate the “pattern book” process of manufacturing. They were made by different smiths to a common pattern which was published and served as a guide to the industry. That assured that items produced would reflect the latest fashion and thus maximize marketability. Further, it relieved the producer of the need for artistic creativity. Though initially appearing very similar, they differ marginally in their dimensions and in their decoration. They were mounted and ...click for details
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A PAIR OF ITALIAN HALBERDS. C.1600
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Pre 1700 item# 954875 (stock# 09-341)
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$7,200.00
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These two fine examples illustrate the “pattern book” process of manufacturing. They were made by different smiths to a common pattern which was published and served as a guide to the industry. That assured that items produced would reflect the latest fashion and thus maximize marketability. Further, it relieved the producer of the need for artistic creativity. Though initially appearing very similar, they differ marginally in their dimensions and in their decoration. They were mounted and ...click for details
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AN ENGLISH CUP-HILT RAPIER C. 1625-40
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Pre 1700 item# 954878 (stock# 09-918)
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$6,950.00
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From a well known group identified by Norman as hilt form 85 and conforming bar for bar to that standard with three ranks of alternate pierced panels and bar ovals over a pierced “saucer” shaped base. The elongated reeded pommel is specific to this group and the slender diamond section blade also is typical for these. Sword evolution was accelerated during this time by the conflict of, first, the Thirty Years War then the English Civil Wars. This sword represents a transition from the swept h ...click for details
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A GERMAN BREASTPLATE C.1590-1620
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Pre 1700 item# 954881 (stock# 08-698)
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$6,900.00
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This fine breast-plate is a product of the Nuremberg armor industry. It was made for a light half armor without tassets. The inside is struck with the mark of the Nuremberg rolling mills which produced the steel plate from which is was made. The vertical texturing of the front is the original finish of the plate as it was delivered. Later mills used larger rollers and increased rolling heat to produce smooth plate, eliminating the texture. The front, below the neck roll, is struck with the Nuremb ...click for details
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ENGLISH OAK COFFER C.1650
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Pre 1700 item# 954885 (stock# 09-276)
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$6,850.00
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56 1/2” width. Hinged two board top which makes an ideal platform for the display of helmets, armor or arms. See FURNITURE TREASURY by Wallace Nutting, the undisputed masterwork on American Colonial furniture, #16 for an American example dated to 1670 which matches in detail throughout. We will forward a copy of that picture to the purchaser or interested parties. The difference in dating is consistent with the style lapse from England to America. This example bears an old label to back T ...click for details
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A NORTH ITALIAN RAPIER C.1620
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Pre 1700 item# 954893 (stock# 09-590)
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$6,800.00
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This elegant sword was made for civilian use in accordance with the evolving fencing styles of the day which originated in Italy. The large well balanced hilt provides protection on both sides with pierced plates. While similar in proportions to the large military rapiers used by cavalry, this example has a slender blade designed for thrusting and the blood duel. The blade is by the Spanish maker, TOMAS AIALA and so marked in the fullers. The slender blades used in civilian dueling could bre ...click for details
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A POLISH WAR HAMMER CZEKAN, LATE 17TH CENTURY
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Pre 1700 item# 954896 (stock# 09-338)
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$6,800.00
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This example is distinguished by its condition which includes all of the original cloth covering to the wood haft and much original silver koftgari decoration to the head, grip and side strap. The iron side strap, secured with five domed rivets is to prevent cutting of the haft by a sword or axe blow. The sleeve below the head is struck with a maker’s mark. This is a horseman’s weapon designed to inflict maximum damage on an opponent protected with mail and plate armor. Its length optimizes ...click for details
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