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LOT 0945
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13,800
MEDIEVAL HAND-AND-A-HALF SWORD
(Iron, 1.65 kg, 1.16 m.).
(Iron, 1.65 kg, 1.16 m.).
Circa late 13th-early 14th century AD. A hand-forged hand-and-a-half sword of Type XIIIa with facetted Type J wheel pommel, and round-section quillons; to the upper blade, a latten inlaid Arabic inscription 'Mohammed is the Messenger of Allah'; the blade narrow with shallow fuller for about one third of its length.
PROVENANCE:
Property of a Suffolk Gentleman; by inheritance.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Oakeshott, E. Records of the Mediaeval Sword, p.105 (type), p.113 (inlaid text),
FOOTNOTES:
Inscribed and inlaid texts in Arabic script are found on medieval European swords which were deposited in the 'Hall of Victories' in Alexandria.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
