Late 18th Century Spanish Bilbao/Caribe Hilt Broadsword of Soldados de Cuera (Leather Jacket Soldiers)
Sale 1352 - Arms, Armor & Militaria Online
Lots Open
Nov 27, 2023
Lots Close
Dec 8, 2023
Timed Online / Cincinnati
Estimate
$500 -
$800
Sold for $780
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Late 18th Century Spanish Bilbao/Caribe Hilt Broadsword of Soldados de Cuera (Leather Jacket Soldiers)
36" blade. 43.5" overall. Double edged spear tip sword with ridges to both sides. Hilt has a cup clamshell guard, single knuckle bow, and quillons that are swept up and down. Grip is wood, with a ball pommel. Blade has obscured markings to ricassos that appear to say LAGAERA. These swords were carried throughout the American Southwest by Spanish "Soldados de cuera" or leather jacket soldiers who manned presidios (military fortifications) as well as mission establishments.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition Report
Poor to fair condition. Metal has heavy oxidation and pitting overall. Wood grip shows scratching and losses.
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