Oakeshott Type XXII Renaissance Sword from Northern Italy

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This sword's blade derives directly from the cinqueda popular in the 15th century. The hilt form with classical head guard terminals and moor head pommel identify it to Northern Italy, probably Milan where those motifs were used on swords of wealthy and powerful owners. GC.214

Blade length: 23 1/4"

For more information about Oakeshott Type XXII swords see this extract from Ewart Oakeshott's Records of the Medieval Sword: sword-site.com/thread/204/oakeshott-type-records-medieval-sword

Source: www.faganarms.com/a-rare-italian-broadsword-c-1550-96411.aspx