1900's Mexican Sword

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Posted by Blounts
13 years ago
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Description Sword length is 36 inches with an engraved pattern on both sides about half way down the blade. 　One side of the blade has the words FARRICA DE TOLEDO. 　The handle has an Eagle with a snake in its mouth with cactus around it. 　 　Part of this handle folds over and has a hinge. 　There is something above the Eagles head. 　The end of the handle has an Eagle head with wire wrapped around the handle. 　The ivory looking material is breaking off. 　On one side of the blade is a Spanish Conquistador looking helmet etched in the smooth area of the blade near the handle. 　There is a scabbard with it. 　It has one ring on it and has a wide flattish end on it. 　The scabbard is bent a little and has rusted areas. 　The blade has two grooves running down the blade. 　Blade is not sharpened and has some pitting.
Category Militaria
Medium silver looking metal
Distinguishing marks Farrica De Toledo on blade and Spanish conquistador helmet on blade
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item 36 inches long and 1 inch wide.
Date Period 19th Century
History Inherited by Father
Price Paid (If known) Inherited
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