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Lot 4066
A continental clamshell cutlassprobably German, early 17th century
17 November 2008, 10:00 PST
San FranciscoSold for US$3,510 inc. premium
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Find your local specialistA continental clamshell cutlass
probably German, early 17th century
probably German, early 17th century
Slightly curved 29 inch single edged blade having a clipped point and two nearly full-length fullers below the spine. One side marked midway with two rows of three circles enclosing two orbs and a third worn stamp. Steel guard comprising a large, well-shaped clamshell guard; knucklebow and downcurving quillon with flared finials fluted on the outer sides; inner ring and thumb ring. Grip wrapped in plaited steel wire with wire Turk's heads. Large pommel en suite with outer side fluted.
Condition: Grey metal showing areas of pitting. Grip re-wrapped.
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Condition: Grey metal showing areas of pitting. Grip re-wrapped.
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