A SCOTTISH BASKET-HILTED BACKSWORD , 18<V>T<V>H CENTURY | Christie's

Sale 5863

Arms & Armour

London, South Kensington

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30 November 2009

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Lot 39

A SCOTTISH BASKET-HILTED BACKSWORD

18TH CENTURY

Price realised

GBP 1,875

Estimate

GBP 1,200 - GBP 1,500

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A SCOTTISH BASKET-HILTED BACKSWORD
18^T^H CENTURY
With fullered blade stamped 'Andria Farara' on both sides, Glasgow hilt of oval bars, boldly fluted low conical pommel, and wooden grip
30 7/8in (78.4cm) blade
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