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2037) AN ELEGANT GERMAN/STYRIAN MILITARY SWORD CIRCA 1590:
Introduction: While broadly categorized within Germanic military traditions, this specific style is highly characteristic of the weapons produced by the Styrian arsenals (such as the famous Landeszeughaus in Graz). The iron hilt design highlights the transition between medieval cruciform swords and the more complex swept-hilt rapiers of the Renaissance.
Styria (now southeastern Austria) was one of the most important weapons-producing regions in the Holy Roman Empire during the 16th century. The famous Landeszeughaus (Provincial Arsenal) in Graz — which still survives today as the world's largest preserved Renaissance arsenal — housed tens of thousands of weapons virtually identical in character to this...
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2036) BOMBARD OF WROUGHT IRON CIRCA 1425:
Description: This cannon is too big and heavy to be considered a hand cannon and not big enough to be a bombard designed to tear down castle walls. Instead, it would have been attached to a...
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2035) SILVER INLAYED BEARDED VIKING AXE CIRCA 8th-11th CENTURY:
Introduction: In battle, the hooking shape of the bearded axe was highly functional. A warrior could hook the top of an enemy's shield and pull it down to create an opening or hook an opponent's leg or neck to pull them off balance.
Discussion: A bearded axe, also known as a “Skeggøx”, is a group of axes that...
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2034) MUSEUM QUALITY GILDED AND CARVED SAXON RAPIER CIRCA 1580: Undoubtedly for a high-ranking officer or a person of high wealth—a near identical example at the world-famous Dresden museum Inventory # VI 0299. Available now for acquisition to the connoisseur collector of ...
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2033) MAXIMILIAN BASTARD WAR SWORD CIRCA 1520 WITH MAKER’S MARK: This is a true bastard sword that can be wielded with one or two hands. The spirally fluted hilt on this sword is most indicative of the Maximilian fashion.
Introduction: In the early 16th century (up to about 1535), the well-dressed, wealthy, or Noble Knight was wearing Maximilian armor. Emperor Maximilian I started an armory in Innsbruck from 1504 to circa 1650. The purpose of the armory was twofold...
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2032) A Highly Decorated English Rowel Spur, Circa 1620: Mint museum condition.
Introduction: This spur reflects a historical era in England, particularly around the English Civil War, when spurs transitioned from purely functional military gear into prominent fashion statements for wealthy gentlemen.
Description: Constructed with a...
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2031) SUPERB DECORATED STOUT SWISS BASILARD DAGGER WITH WOODEN GRIP CIRCA 1400:
Introduction: The early basilard dagger is typically known for its distinctive H-shaped or I-shaped hilt, where both the crossguard and the pommel have a similar cross-piece. The pommel often takes a...
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2030) RARE SPIKED TORTURE CHAIN FROM THE INQUISITION CIRCA 1520: This will probably be one of the best conversation pieces in your collection, and it's not as expensive as you...
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2029) RARE AND IMPORTANT DOUBLE COMB MAXIMILIAN HELMET CIRCA 1520 FROM A NOBLEMAN'S COLLECTION: This is not only a Maximilian helmet but a double comb, the rare among the rare! It's the only one I have had on offer in 40 years! Of all collectible armor, A Maximilian helmet is arguably the most sought after by collectors and decorators.
Introduction: The Maximilian fashion was...
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2026) ELEGANT ITALIAN SHELL GUARD LEFT-HAND DAGGER CIRCA 1600:
Introduction: A left-hand dagger, also known as a Main Gauche, was essential to the fencing strategy. Left-hand daggers are used in conjunction with the rapier to maximize a combatant‚ swordsmanship. The left-hand dagger was used to parry, block, trap, and redirect the opponent‚ sword to create an opening for the rapier to administer the ‚” coup de grace”. However, a...
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2023) ITALIAN ZISCHAGGE CIRCA 1610 FROM AN ITALIAN ANCESTRAL COLLECTION: A rare opportunity to be this Zischagge's second permanent owner in 400 years!
Introduction: Imagine walking into a Villa in Southern Italy and seeing a room full of ...
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2019) SUPERB DUTCH INFANTRY SCALLOPED SHELL GUARD SWORD WITH SHEATH CIRCA 1620:
Introduction: This typology of sword represents a pivotal transition period in European weaponry during the Forty Years' War and Thirty Years' War. These robust, utilitarian sidearms were standard issue for Dutch forces. Although this type of sword has some affinities with the tessak or dussage, it is not the..
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2018) RARE "LANGUE DE BOEUF" PARTISAN CIRCA 1590: The rare "ox tongue" variant of the partisan. The Germans refer to it as an "ochsenzunge". The Italians call it "lingua de bue". The French, since 1441, refer to it as "langue de boeuf." In an ordinance titled "Du costume militaire des Francais" dated 1446, French soldiers were required to be armed with the langue de boeuf, which was most popular during that period and for the next 300 years. This is a rare and massive bladed weapon.
Provenance: From a...
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2017) DECORATED MUSEUM QUALITY KATZBALGER SWORD 1520c WITH ORIGINAL GRIPS:
Introduction: The Katzbalger was the signature sword of the dreaded Landsknecht mercenaries of Germany. This is a… blood-and-guts…slash and thrust… kill or be killed… fighting sword. The fighting theory of...
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2016) A LARGE STEEL SKULL HELMET CIRCA 1600:
Introduction: This helmet typology was worn, hidden under a hat, during the Renaissance to protect the wearer's head from attacks with weapons. It is called a...
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2014) ELEGANT AND DECORATED VENETIAN WAR SWORD CIRCA 1600: An excellent addition to any collection. Priced to sell quickly at under $4K!!!
Discussion: As the metal gauntlet became passe, the rapier/sword now needed a new way to protect the hand. The most common was the...
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2013) IMPORTANT BURGONET WITH ORIGINAL BUFF FROM THE CIVIC GUARD OF CUNEO, ITALY, CIRCA 1590: Since inception over 400 years ago, this removable buff and burgonet have been together! It's the only homogeneous burgonet and buff I have had in 35 years. This helmet is 100% original as the day it....
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2012) A RARE ONE-HANDED FLAMBERG SWORD Circa 1590:
Introduction: The special undulating ‘flamberg' (German spelling) blade is named after its flame shape. The flamberg blade was used primarily with Zweihänder (two-handed swords)
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2010) SUPERB NUREMBERG ETCHED AND GILDED STRONGBOX CIRCA 1650 WITH ORIGINAL KEY:
Introduction: The Nuremberg strongbox (also called a coffer or Armada chest) was initially designed for the Nobility and the wealthy to store their money and valuables. Eventually, it was also adopted by wealthy travelers, but to a lesser degree. With the passage of time, these Renaissance strongboxes have eventually found their...
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2007) 2007) DUTCH FLINTLOCK 4 BARREL PISTOL CIRCA 1800’s:
Introduction: This 4-barrel 10mm Dutch flintlock pistol is a distinctive type of 4-barreled pistol. The barrel moves in a circular motion when you pull the trigger guard back, so each barrel fires...
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2006) A MINT STEEL NUREMBERG SHIELD CIRCA 1590 FROM THE TOWER OF LONDON/ROYAL COLLECTION: With two makers' marks, two museum control numbers, original spike and engraved boss, and original black from the hammer finish! I have never seen a shield from this period in this condition or impeccable provenance; it's a time capsule collectors' dream....
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2005) AN IMPORTANT AND RARE VENETIAN HIGHLY CHISELED AND ETCHED SWORD CIRCA 1590:
Introduction: This rare sword is in superb museum condition. Venetian arms and armor are rare and sought after by collectors. They have a certain esoteric look and...
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2002) HIGHLY DECORATED OFFICERS GRADE BLACK AND WHITE GERMAN ARMOR CIRCA 1580: Priced to sell today!
Introduction: When you open a door and see a Renaissance armor across the room, your eye is instantly drawn to it. It very quickly makes a load statement of chivalry...class...elegance...
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2001) AN IMPORTANT AND SUPERBLY DAMASCENED RAPIER CIRCA 1560 IN THE TASTE OF DIEGO de CAIAS :
Introduction: The rapier under discussion is an actual, mint-condition rapier from circa 1560. The hilt was hand-decorated with damascene around 1850 during the...
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1999) MASSIVE TWO-HAND DECORATED GERMAN BEARING SWORD CIRCA 1580:
DISCUSSION: Ceremonial/Parade/
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1996) QUINTESSENTIAL DECORATED WAR BASTARD SWORD CIRCA 1550: German or Austrian, a superb addition to any museum or world-class collection looking for a truly exceptional war bastard sword.
Introduction: This is a true war bastard sword that can be wielded with one...
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1995) MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF MINT CONDITION PAIR OF SPANISH COLONIAL CARVED SILVER STIR UPS CIRCA 1700:
Introduction: The original owner who commissioned this pair of...
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1993) SUPERB GERMAN TWO-HAND DECORATED FIGHTING SWORD CIRCA 1550:
Introduction: This is the fighting sword typology referred to by Sir John Smithe in "Instructions, Observations and Militarie" composed in 1591, published 1595, page 186. This officer’s grade two-hand sword is as...
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1991) A MINT GERMAN CLOSE HELM CIRCA 1600 IN THE PEFFENHAUSER FASHION
Discussion: The helmet is in exceptional museum condition, with only a few minor dings or a missing rivet. It's as original as the day it was made. The two most sought-after armor collectibles are helmets and breastplates, in that order. Both helmets and breastplates protect the two most vital parts of the...
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1990) MAGNIFICENT SOLID SILVER HILTED VICTORIAN SWORD OF PHILIP II OF SPAIN'S EL PRUDENTE CIRCA 1590:
Introduction: Seldom, if ever, does a king's sword come on the c...
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1989) RARE SCANDINAVIAN/NORWEIGEN BATTLE AXE CIRCA 1570: A near identical to one in the Severance Collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Introduction: As beautiful as it is deadly, the Norwegian battle axe features a deceptively curved handle that is actually a stroke of tactical brilliance. While a traditional straight handle offers a...
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1988) MASSIVE PAIR OF 62 INCH EXCEPTIONALLY DECORATED CANNONS: A striking pair of unusually large lantaka cannons, highly decorated even when compared to most examples in museums.
Introduction: This pair of exceptionally decorated 62-inch Lantaka cannons, also known as lelas when reaching this exceptional size, represents the pinnacle of Southeast Asian artillery from the...
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1987) I HAVE 6 KASKARA SWORDS WITH 5 WITH SHEATHS PRICED TO SELL TODAY: Acquire one or all six, its first come first serve. I also have one sheath.
A Kaskara is a traditional, straight, double-edged sword that strongly resembles a medieval European arming sword. In fact, they are so similar that many Kaskara blades are made in...
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1986) IMPORTANT MAXIMILIAN / LANDSKNECHT DAGGER CIRCA 1520: An ultra-elegant and highly sought-after typology of Knightly dagger. So large, it could be considered a short sword!
Introduction: This typology dagger is exceptionally rare in the collector’s market and highly sought after. Even...
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1985) RARE SILVER AND DAMASCENED POLISH SABER WITH SCABBARD CIRCA 1680:
Introduction: The karabela (Polish saber) is the quintessential "national sword" of Poland, a sabre that transitioned from a specialized combat weapon to a supreme symbol of noble status during the 17th and 18th centuries. A silver-inlaid and Damascened example from around 1700 represents the peak of this...
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1982) A FINE GERMAN CRUCIFORM SWORD CIRCA 1480 WITH ORIGINAL GRIPS:
Introduction: This is not a ground find. Based on the condition, this could be a tomb find, which is exceptionally rare.
Description: Under the...
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1981) RARE ETCHED CLOSE HELMET, CIRCA 1570, MUSEUM CONDITION:
Introduction: This close helm is as original as the day it was made and is in superb museum condition, which puts it in a unique category. Even the gorget lames are original. The attention to detail is...
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1980) RARE VIKING WAR AXE CIRCA 10TH CENTURY WITH PARTIAL HAFT WITH COPPER SLEEVE MUSEUM QUALITY:
Introduction: This axe has a striking similarity to the Langeid Broadaxe, a highly specialized Viking battle-axe dating to the first half of the 11th century.The Langeid Broadaxe was discovered in...
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1978) MASSIVE DECORATED WALL GERMAN/SWISS
Introduction: Crossbows presented a significant problem to the armored knight. A well-placed bolt shot by the most inexperienced crossbowman could penetrate armor. A lifetime of...
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1977) SUPERB STOUT RARE VENETIAN SKELETAL RAPIER CIRCA 1580: A rare museum-quality wide and thick blade rapier that would make a great addition to any world-class collection.
Introduction: Swords with skeletal hilts in the...
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1975) A MINIATURE STECHZEUG JOUSTING ARMOR IN THE TASTE OF CIRCA 1495:
Introduction: Medieval jousting was categorized by the intent of the combat. For example, the most common was the Joust of Peace (À Plaisance) , which was intended to be...
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1974) VERY FINE CAINO PIERCED CUP HILT RAPIER CIRCA 1670: Superb condition and from the legendary blade makers of Caino.
Introduction: It goes without saying that some of the...
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1968) EXCEPTIONAL ITALIAN RAPIER CIRCA 1570 WITH FILED CHEQUERING DECORATION WITH ORIGINAL BLACK FINISH:
Introduction: A highly expensive, ornate, wide blade rapier such as this example was the equivalent of a person in our day and age making a fashion or opulence statement by...
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1966) ULTRA RARE 6 COPPER-ENGRAVED COLOR DRAWINGS/PAGES FROM "WEAPONS HANDLING OF CAVILERS, MUSKETS AND PIKES" BY J. de GHYEN 1608:
Introduction: The entireultra-rare, highly expensive manual sells for over $25,000 when available!The six drawings (pages) under discussion sell for a fraction of that and will adorn the wall of...
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1965) AN EXCEPTIONALLY ELEGANT ETCHED GERMAN BURGONET IN THE TASTE OF CIRCA 1580 BY MASTER ARMORER ERNST SCHMIDT:
Introduction: This burgonet is so well-made that most people who see it in person think it's a mint condition museum piece that you spent $30K-$40K to acquire! This is a masterful etched burgonet by German Master Armorer Ernst Schmidt 1870s–1930). He was a ....
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1964) CHISELED RAPIER OF SUPERB DECORATION AND CONSTRUCTION CIRCA 1620: The original owner must have been a high-ranking officer or wealthy enough to afford a sword of this quality. The typology of this sword is a Norman 68. Priced to sell immediately!
Description: The construction of this sword throughout is superb. The shell guard is pierced and...
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1963) LATE GOTHIC CATHEDRAL ADAM AND EVE LIMESTONE STATUE:
Introduction: This antique limestone relief depicts the biblical narrative of Adam and Eve in a style characteristic of late Gothic sculpture. The piece features two standing figures , Adam and...
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1958) A FROG MOUTH HELM (STECHHELM) IN THE TASTE OF CIRCA 1400:
Introduction: This is a masterful helmet made during the early Victorian period and displayed in a church. Arms and Armor reproductions made during this period exhibit age and old-school workmanship; they can be very convincing. Many collectors, dealers, and auction houses cannot tell them apart from...
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1957) MAGNIFICENT RAPIER IN THE TASTE OF A RARE AND IMPORTANT EXAMPLE CIRCA 1610 FOUND IN THE WORLD FAMOUS DRESDEN MUSEUM:
Introduction: The word opulence is defined as great wealth or luxuriousness. For opulence in the late Renaissance, look no further than the Armory of the Electors of Saxony in Dresden, Germany. With great wealth since the...
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1955) AN IMPORTANT AND RARE VENETIAN CHISELED BASTARD SWORD CIRCA 1550: It's in superb museum condition. I sold a very similar one several months ago, but I prefer this one, and it is priced lower.
Introduction: An exceptionally elegant and rare example of a Renaissance bastard sword that a very wealthy person or nobleman must have owned. It has survived in exceptional condition because the...
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1954) EMBOSSED, CHISELED, PIERCED AND DATED 1626 RAPIER: Superb museum condition and very inexpensively priced to sell today!
Introduction: In a day and age lacking appropriate policing, the private citizen was forced to protect himself from society‚ criminal dregs. From the middle of the 16th to the end of the...
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1952) AN ULTRA ELEGANT GERMAN CURASSIER HEAVY CAVALRY ARMOR CIRCA 1610: All period pieces with no Victorian replacements! Exceptionally well matched with many homogeneous pieces. Bargain-priced for a quick sale.
Introduction: Walk into the office, living room, or...
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1944) MUSEUM QUALITY HIGHLY DECORATED CROSSBOW FROM THE ARMORY OF THE PRINCE OF HANNOVER CIRCA 1650s:
Introduction: The exceptional decoration and craftsmanship of this crossbow are most indicative of a person of great wealth and stature who commissioned its original creation. The inlay on the crossbow's side tiller is in the Mannerist style of Etienne Delaune (1518-83), a prominent French Renaissance goldsmith, engraver, and designer whose work significantly influenced the decorative arts of the 16th century. He is...
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1943) A VERY RARE SCOTTISH FLINTLOCK BELT PISTOL FORMED ENTIRELY OF STEEL, CIRCA 1680. MODIFIED DURING ITS WORKING LIFE TO PERCUSSION:
Introduction: I love working life modifications on Arms and Armor. Items that have working life modifications are items or components on an Arms and Armor item that have been fixed, changed, or...
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1940) A NEARLY HOMOGENEOUS BLUE AND GILDED HALF-ARMOR CIRCA 1590 PROVENANCE SIGMARINGEN CASTLE: This armor would look exceptional in any museum or private collection of exceptional taste.
Discussion: This finely decorated armor is almost certainly worn by a high-ranking officer or perhaps a wealthy person. The decline of armor began around the middle of the 16th century. Protective defensive armor came to a screeching end around 1640. Most attribute this to the...
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1939) SWISS SEMPACH HALBERD BY ABRAHAM PERRELET CIRCA 1650: Bernese halberd version ( “Sempacher Halbarte,”) made in Le Locle NE, a municipality in the Canton of Neuchâtel in
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1936) MASSIVE MUSEUM QUALITY HIGHLY DECORATED NUREMBERG STRONGBOX CIRCA 1650: I have never seen a bigger, more massive, and elegant Nuremberg strongbox (often incorrectly called an Armada chest) in any museum or collection in 40 years! This chest is ENORMOUS! This is a unique and rare opportunity. When you walk into a room, this stunning masterpiece catches your interest and draws you like a...
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1931) AN ELEGANT GERMAN COMPOSITE CAP-A-PIE ARMOR PRIMARILY CIRCA 1540: This is a very well-matched armor with a very high percentage of period pieces.
Discussion: During the first 35 years of the 1500s, fluted armor evolved (what the Victorians named Maximilian armor). The Maximilian fashion was originally an early 1505 Innsbruck reproduction of the....
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1928) A SUPERB MUNICH TOWN GUARD RAPIER, CIRCA 1590 BY WOLFGANG STANTLER: An iconic and highly sought-after sword greatly valued by collectors and museums at a bargain price!
Introduction: This swept-hilt rapier is part of a well-known group associated with the Munich Town Guard (Bavarian Corps). It was used in service from 1585 to as late as 1640. This typology of rapier is easily...
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1925) IMPRESSIVE ITALIAN DEEP BELLIED BREASTPLATE CIRCA 1540: From 1540 to 1560, the breastplate developed by the Italians had a "deep-bellied form" such as this example. They are highly sought out by collectors and rare in the marketplace. This is the only example of this type I have had in...
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1924) A HOUNDSKULL BASCINET IN THE TASTE OF CIRCA 1380: This helmet is so convincingly made that the experts at the international auction house in France that sold it in 2003 were fooled and listed it as a composite period helmet from the 100 Years' War!
Introduction: During the Medieval period, there were numerous variants of the bascinet. The most notable circa 1380 was the 'houndskull" ( also known as "pig face") bascinet by the...
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1920) A STUNNING AND ELEGANT FLUTED CLOSE HELMET, CIRCA 1600: For use by a very high-ranking cuirassier officer, probably French.
Provenance: Owned for over 50 years by a distinguished American collector who is now...
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1914) ELEGANT ITALIAN BRONZE OF HERCULES AND THE NEMEAN LION CIRCA 1620: Almost certainly made in the Mantua area. A beautiful fusion of material, refined detail, and superb workmanship with an archaeological taste.
Description: Constructed of bronze in masterful detail in a circular shape with decorated edges. Having an old, dark chocolate patina depicting both...
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1913) AN ELEGANT AND RARE SPANISH CAVALRY BREASTPLATE, CIRCA 1500: Formerly in the armory of the Dukes of Osuna and Infantado (inv. no. 241).
Introduction: There are some auctions of historic importance, and you should be aware of them. One such auction was that of the armory of the Duke of Osuna and...
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1905) ELEGANT SMALL WALNUT IBERIAN BARGUENO CHEST WITH SILVER AND BRASS INLAY: Possibly from an Aragon workshop, 16th - 17th centuries.
Description: A small, beautiful Mudejar wooden bargueno expertly decorated with...
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1895) A MAXIMILIAN PERIOD BOAR SWORD CIRCA 1520 OF EXCEPTIONAL CONSTRUCTION: A magnificent museum-quality German boar sword. The boar sword was designed for...
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1888) GERMAN CAVALRY CLOSED HELMET CIRCA 1570 FROM THE MacGREGORS LANRICK CASTLE: This helmet has not been on the collectors' market for over 100 years! Lanrick Castle was the official clan seat of the MacGregors for over a hundred years in Scotland.
Introduction: Even a person who knows very...
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1879) RARE TWO-HAND GERMAN PAPPENHEIM WAR SWORD CIRCA 1620: Museum quality, VIP item. This is a very large, impressive, and rare two-handed Pappenheim sword (Norman type 67) in exceptional condition with a maker's mark. From its proportions, it must have been used on...
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1870) THE SPEAR WAS AN ESSENTIAL WEAPON OF THE MEDIEVAL AND RENAISSANCE PERIODS FOR 8 IMPORTANT REASONS:
1) When properly used and deployed, the spear has a....
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1864) AN EXCEPTIONALLY ELEGANT ETCHED AND GILDED ITALIAN FULL ARMOR CIRCA 1590 BY MAESTRO P: This armor is in superb museum condition. From a private American 80-year collection that started after WWII. When you walk in the room and see this full armor, it makes a very profound statement of class....elegance....wealth .....and....
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1850) EXCEPTIONAL, ELEGANT, AND IMPORTANT SILVER-ENCRUSTED GERMAN SWEPT HILT RAPIER, CIRCA 1590: Museum quality, impeccable provenance, as desirable as they came and priced to sell today...ACT-NOW!!!!
Introduction: Working life from 1585 to 1620. Rapiers with this type of decoration were introduced in Germany. Later, they were adopted by the English.
Description: Under the...
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1849) RARE GERMAN GROSSES KRIEGSMESSER CIRCA 1500: For such a rarity, very reasonably priced.
Discussion: In German, grosses kriegsmesser translates to “large/great war knife.” This uniquely distinguishable type of sword was popular in Hungary and had a strong following in Germany, where, in the 15th and 16th centuries, it was adopted for warfare. They are somewhat rare, and....
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1842) DECORATED CUIRASSIER HELMET CIRCA 1610 FROM AN ITALIAN ANCESTRAL COLLECTION: Imagine walking into a Villa in Southern Italy and seeing a room full of arms and armor from the same family for over 400 years! This helmet is 100% original as the day it was made. It has three pierced lines at the center extending from the visor tip, over the comb, and...
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1815) ELEGANT GILDED AND ETCHED LION SWISS SABER CIRCA 1680: This is a lot of sword and flash for under $3K!!!
Introduction: Historically, the saber is associated with 17th to 20th-century cavalry use; however, its origins are much earlier.
Discussion: The curved-blade sword....
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1782) MUSEUM QUALITY HIGHLY DECORATED GERMAN RENAISSANCE CROSSBOW CIRCA 1560 WITH ORIGINAL CRANEQUIN WITH QUIVER AND BOLTS: The only crossbow with original cranequin I have had in 40 years! You probably will never be offered another one in your lifetime again.
Introduction: This highly decorated mint museum condition crossbow with...
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1781) AN EXCEPTIONAL AND IMPORTANT SWISS PAPAL (VATICAN) GUARD THREE-QUARTER ARMOR WITH EXCHANGE PIECE CIRCA 1600:
Introduction: Guards for dignitaries, such as noblemen and persons of great wealth, used identical armor for their troops, the same way uniforms are used by the...
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1744) OFFICERS GRADE GILDED PAPPENHEIM RAPIER, CIRCA 1620-30: POSSIBLY FLEMISH: Norman type 67.
Introduction: This sword typology is thought to be attributed to the calvary of Gottfried Heinrich Graf Pappenheim, the Imperial General of the Thirty Year War. A near-identical example appears in an...
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1731) CASTILLON TYPE XV SWORD EXCEPTIONALLY RARE AND HIGHLY SOUGHT-AFTER 1420-1450: For less than half of what they sell for at European auction houses!!!
Introduction: Ask any collector, and they will tell you that the holy grail of medieval swords is from the Castillon group, which was discovered in a French river on a barge in...
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1708) AN EXCEPTIONAL, RARE, ELEGANT AND MASSIVE GROSSES KRIEGSMESSER, CIRCA 1510:
Introduction: In German, "grosses kriegsmesser" translates to “large/great war knife.” This uniquely distinguishable type of sword was popular in Hungary and had a strong following in Germany, where, in the 15th and 16th centuries, it was adopted for warfare. They are somewhat rare, and most examples are ground finds (see page 288, items 12 and 13 in my book). This is a superb above-ground example that would...
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1705) A VICTORIAN SCREEN DEPICTING PABLO UCCELLO'S 1454 THE BATTLE OF SAN ROMANO: An impressive, exceptionally well-executed, massive four-screen panel made circa 1840. It is ideal to display against a large wall or to separate a room. Attention, man...
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1501) MASSIVE VENETIAN DOOR KNOCKER IN THE SHAPE OF A HORSE 16TH CENTURY: Priced to sell for under $2K!!!
Description: Constructed of wrought iron, with a horse head decoration and oval-shaped knocker with chiseled decoration, treaded arm to attach knocker to the...
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1493) MASSIVE GERMAN GOTHIC DOOR LOCK CIRCA 1500: Museum condition. Priced at under $1400!!!
Discussion: From a very large castle or cathedral door. Works as well as the day it was made. Main plate is almost 15 inches. In very good condition with a beautiful dark brown...
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1378) ROMAN SARCOPHAGUS LID SECTION OF AN ANGEL CIRCA 300 AD: Severe Dynasty, 193 – 235 A.D. Made of Proconessian marble.
Discussion: Roman sarcophagi are works of carved art. A complete lid can sell for tens of thousands of dollars. As a result, the vast majority of sarcophagi in collections are fragments. This example is carved in...
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1318) A RARE AND IMPORTANT FOOT SOLDIER'S SHOULDER PAVISE CIRCA 1480: The pavise is believed to have derived its name from the North Italian city of Pavia as early as 1250. The effectiveness of the pavise is evident by how quickly it spread throughout Europe. The pavise was used with noteworthy results during the Bohemian Wars of [Read More]
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1102) MAXIMILIAN HALBERD for sale. CIRCA 1500–1525: This halberd is from the time of the battles of Marignano 1515 to Pavia 1525. In the armory inventory of Emperor Maximilian I (1502-1515), the vast majority of information provided was about the artillery, however there are also illustrations of halberd types that mirror this example. Some scholars refer to this type of halberd as [Read More]
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1062) A BORDERWARE GREEN-GLAZED POTTERY JUG probably 15th Century: Containing traces of original green glazing still intact. Found outside of Munich Germany. There appears to be no cracks. A truly spectacular find for any Medieval collection. Large, size is 8 inches tall and 4 inches at the mouth. They seldom come any nicer.
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1050) AN ITALIAN REINFORCING BREASTPLATE FOR SALE CIRCA 1580. A rare and interesting piece for any advanced collector.
Discussion: A reinforcing breastplate is exactly as named. It's an additional plate of steel mirroring the breastplate put over the breastplate for reinforcement against an expected major strike like a lance charge on horseback. In this example a lance rest would protrude through the aperture on the right. The two holes on the top left are for an upper [Read More].
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740) 740) RARE & BEAUTIFUL VENETIAN MINI JEWELRY CASKET CIRCA 1650: As elegant as they come. Size 12 x 9 x 5.5cm. Made of gilt and copper, the sides and the arched cover chased and pierced with acanthus leaves, applied at the top with a hinged handle, the inside lined in red fabric. It is in excellent condition with original velvet, no key but can be easily replaced. Priced To Sell at $1,995*
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550) Rare Innsbruck Coffer for sale Circa 1500 With Original Key: Decorated as shown and in very good condition with only recent light conservation. Smaller compartment in the inside. As you would expect for a piece this age with some light working life repairs. Length 15cm. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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499) Rare Large Museum Quality German Bronze Tripod Shallow Bowl Circa 1500-50:Probably cast of bell-metal, molded with wide rim, the exterior with horizontal bands, paired loops on either side from which handles hang, raised on three leonine legs which issue from Lion's masks, the center of the underside with projecting stud. A near identical one sold at Sotheby's New York April 3, 1981 lot # 83. Dimensions: Height 5 1/4 in. diameter 12 1/2 in. Priced to sell today to the collector of discriminating taste who only wants the rare and best. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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489) EUROPEAN 12th CENTURY PINGSDORF JAR WITH ORIGINAL COVER:Pingsdorf Ware is a high fired earthenware that was produced between the late 9th and 13th century in different pottery centers on the Eastern margin of the promontory beam of the Rhineland as well as the Lower Rhine region. Characteristic features of the vessels of the Pingsdorf Ware are a yellow-coloured fine sand tempered sherd and a red painting. It is archaeologically evident within various Medieval settlements of North Western Europe and thus represents an important chronological marker for the Medieval archaeology. Size: Height 14 inches, width 9 1/2 inches. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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488) VERY LARGE EUROPEAN 12th CENTURY PINGSDORF JAR WITH DECORATION: Pingsdorf Ware is a high fired earthenware that was produced between the late 9th and 13th century in different pottery centres on the Eastern margin of the promontory beam of theRhineland as well as the Lower Rhine region. Characteristic features of the vessels of the Pingsdorf Ware are a yellow-coloured fine sand tempered sherd and a red painting. It is archaeologically evident within various Medieval settlements of North Western Europe and thus represents an important chronological marker for the Medieval archaeology. Size: Height 16 1/2 inches, width 12 inches. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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469) AMAZING GERMAN GIANT PADLOCK CIRCA 1550: The keyhole cover has a trick mechanism to open the door to insert the key. Most likely made in Nuremberg. The lock is very heavy and large with functioning original key, triangle shape. Likely used on a massive iron strong box, maybe for a sea voyage or other journey, has signs of use. Centuries of handling have given it a wonderful dark patina. There are various antique repairs to this lock, demonstrating its long working life. Size 6" tall x 5" at its widest and 2 3/4" deep. See listing #448 which is near identical except smaller, lighter and without the trick locking mechanism. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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448) MASSIVE TRIANGULAR GOTHIC PADLOCK CIRCA 1550: Very good condition. Open and closes as well as the day it was made. Original key. Size 16,5 cm x 9.5 cm x 7 cm. Wear as pictured below. If you want a very good one this is it. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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323) Very Rare German Lansknecht Katzbalger Sword Circa 1540-60: Beautiful sword for sale. The Katzbalger sword is a rare short close combat sword for the Landsknecht mercenaries in 16th century Germany. It has a thick double blade with a circular point and a highly defensive circular eight guard. This example was found in a city wall. From one of the best private collections in the world. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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319) SPANISH, 12TH CENTURY CAPITAL WITH FIGURES OF ANGELS AT THE CORNERS WITH CLUSTERS OF GRAPES IN THE CENTER: By tradition it made its way into the open market after Napoleon attacked Monseratt and destroyed the Monastery in 1811-12. The Monastery of Montserrat was founded during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. While visiting Monseratt in Spain I found a similar capital still intact (picture above). I've included a picture of a similar capital that was sold in Sotheby's on July 5th 2016 in London lot # 2 for 7,500 GBP plus 25% buyers premium and shipping (about $15,000 US). Yes, the Sotheby's example is in better condition, but mine is priced at a fraction of this and includes delivery in the U.S. and has a powerful provenance. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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271) EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE EARLY SPANISH GOTHIC FIGURAL MORTAR CIRCA 1500-1520!!! Spanish Export license from the government of Spain list it as 14th-15th century but more likely as early as 16th century. Carved of stone, the exterior with two mermaids that show forked tails, above their heads a funnel carved to pour liquid from the plain and circular interior. A unique and interesting piece for any antiquities collection. Contact Me To Get The Latest Lowest Price Possible From The Owner*
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