WONDERFUL CONTINENTAL SWEPT HILT RAPIER BY MAILLANT CIRCA 1600.

WONDERFUL CONTINENTAL SWEPT HILT RAPIER BY MAILLANT CIRCA 1600. SN NSN. A swept hilt rapier appears to be homogenous with blade, swept hilt and pommel all as made. The swept hill retains what appears to be orig blackened finish as does pommel which is fluted and chiseled with leaves. Grip is bound in brass wire with brass turks heads. Sword does not appear to have ever been disassembled. The finely made blade possibly slightly reduced at tip. Fine quality with engraved cross and fullers. PROVENANCE: Lucas Collection, London. CONDITION: Excellent condition for it’s age with no significant pitting on guard or pommel and only minor staining on blade. A good example of this classic type. 4-49155 MRZ79 (6,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2498	$5,175.00	WONDERFUL CONTINENTAL SWEPT HILT RAPIER BY MAILLANT CIRCA 1600. SN NSN. A swept hilt rapier appears to be homogenous with blade, swept hilt and pommel all as made. The swept hill retains what appears to be orig blackened finish as does pommel which is fluted and chiseled with leaves. Grip is bound in brass wire with brass turks heads. Sword does not appear to have ever been disassembled. The finely made blade possibly slightly reduced at tip. Fine quality with engraved cross and fullers. PROVENANCE: Lucas Collection, London. CONDITION: Excellent condition for it’s age with no significant pitting on guard or pommel and only minor staining on blade. A good example of this classic type. 4-49155 MRZ79 (6,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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