North Italian or German Quality Rapier for Sale

North Italian or German Quality Rapier For Sale

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North Italian or German Quality Rapier:
$16,500

North Italian or German Quality Rapier circa 1600
Region of Manufacture:Northern Italy/GermanyPeriod:Late 16th - Early 17th CenturyOverall Length:51" (approx.)Blade Length:44" (approx.)*Condition:Excellent (please refer to photographs)Additional Information:Free Shipping
(within Continental USA only)Stock No:000425
This is aNorth Italian or German Quality Rapier circa 1600.
It has an overall length of approximately 51 inches with an original length blade of approximately 44 inches.The blade has extensive light to moderate pitting. Bladesmith marks are on both sides of the ricasso, a crown over "OTZ". There are also bladesmith markings in the central fuller.This rapier has a beautifully chiseled hilt and a beautiful iron-wrapped grip with fancy Turks heads. This is fresh to the market out of a 40-year-old collection. Swords of exceptional quality such as this rarely come to market.
* Please refer to the photographs of this item when assessing its condition. Where there is a discrepancy between the photographs and the textual description provided, the photographs are to be considered the authoritative information:Further information or questions are best answered via messaging. We are open between Noon and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Tuesday through Saturday.Shipping Information:Unless otherwise stated, the fee for shipping and packing on all purchases is not included in the purchase price.Domestic purchases will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail or FedEx Ground with signature on receipt and insurance.Items longer than 60 inches can be deceptively expensive to ship; we will work with you to find the most economical method of shipping. We will also combine multiple purchases where possible to help keep shipping costs down.International Customers must contact us directly to determine actual shipping costs and insurance, and are solely responsible for any and all duties and fees. THERE ARE NO RETURNS FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS.Customers may also choose to pick up any purchases from our Culver City Store in Los Angeles. Obviously there is no additional fee for this!Payment Information: PayPal is the easiest form of payment.Satisfaction Guarantee:If not satisfied with this item within fourteen (14) days of receiving it, return the item in the same condition as shipped, shipping it the same way as sent to you. You will receive a full refund, minus shipping costs. Cleaning, disassembling, or altering of the item in any way will void inspection and return privileges.
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