Two Continental Cut Steel Rapiers

Description:

Two Continental Cut Steel Rapiers, 19th century, one with openwork hilt and urn form pommel hung with a chain, handle lg. 7, blade lg. 33, the other with openwork throughout, ovoid pommel centered by a patera, handle lg. 6 1/4, blade lg. 33 in.
Estimate $300-500

the openwork example with hand guard off, but present. minor losses. both sheaths very worn.

Keywords