Auctions Imperial 2017 Arms & Armor November

A SPANISH COLONIAL SWORD

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Start price: $100

Estimated price: $200 - $300

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Description

Cuban work, the distinctive hilt with fingerstalls and hooked pommel known as the “Guanabacoa” type (after the township in eastern Havana.) This example with blonde horn grips. The lightly-curved, single-edged blade with narrow fullers, and elaborately etched. Latter 19th century. Well worn. Overall length 81cm. Condition III