Spain, early 19th century
Steel, brass
Total length: 34.6 cm; Blade length: 20.7cm
Straight, single-edged blade with a counter-edge on two thirds of the blade, forming its point by the edges running towards the axis. It is decorated on the first two thirds and on each side with a copper inlay engraved with foliage, set between two fine gutters. Engraved copper heel.
Truncated cone-shaped handle, covered with engraved copper, ending in a copper cap on which the tang is riveted.
Folded copper scabbard, engraved with scrolls and finished with a ball-shaped stinger.
Good condition.
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Reference : 4534