Iron hilt of large proportions with indented oval or four lobe guard which was fashionable at the time. Straight cross guard nearly touching the shell with just vestigial arms of the guard between. Ovoid pommel. The guard finely pierced with scrolling foliage surrounding military arms splays, finished in relief both sides. Matching arms displays to the pierced pommel quillon block. The pommel pierced with the scrolling matrix. The cross guard and knuckle bow with alternate broad and double narrow spirally beaded motif. Fine silver wire and faceted tape wrapped grip. 31 1/2 hollow triangular blade, plain as made, smooth with good patina. Hilt elements bright and quite crisp. A large fighting sword.
