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Sword: HEN.M.206-1933

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Current Location: Gallery 31 (Armoury)

Maker(s)

Production: Unknown

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Description

Sword, etched with an inscription and a figure of mars. Straight quillon, one side ring, probably dating from the 19th century. The pommel and grip date from c.1550, but the blade is probably 19th century.

Notes

History note: Unknown before testator, 'Abbotsford', Downs Road, St Helen's Park, Hastings, Sussex

Legal notes

J.S. Henderson Bequest

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933-03-16) by Henderson, James Stewart

Dating

16th Century, Mid
19th Century
Circa 1550 CE - Circa 1800 CE - 1900 CE

Note

It is common to find that swords are made from elements from different places and times. Centres such as Solingen in Germany, were renowned for their blades and they were bought by sword makers all over Europe who fitted them with a hilt of their own fashion and period.

People, subjects and objects depicted

Materials used in production

Steel

Techniques used in production

Casting (process) : Sword, cast

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: CDAHZSC
  • Method of creation: Etched

Identification numbers

Accession number: HEN.M.206-1933
Primary reference Number: 18905

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 29 April 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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