Stibbert Italian Rapier
The hilt of this rapier sweeps around the hand in graceful curves that create a protective cage for the hand of the swordsman wielding it. The plate set inside the hilt increases protection. The craftsman of this piece has taken the plate and pierced and cut the fore part to embellish the design, leaving it solid across the back guard.
The pommel is worked in an urn style popular to the period. The whole of the hilt finished in a satin steel. The blade is fairly long and is appropriate for the style of combat practiced in that period
The original of this rapier resides in the Stibbert Museum in Florence.
Original: 1620 c.
Overall Length: 49 7/8", Blade Length: 43", Blade Width: 13/16"
Weight: 3.1 lbs., Balance Point: 3.75"from Guard.
approximate price $2300.00 Contact us for a current quote.
See a review of this sword by the owner here.
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