Dean Castle Arms and Armour

Swept hilt rapier 4

Description:

Swept hilt rapier with unembellished spherical pommel, hand guard and quillons. This form of hilt incorporates a series of bars in the hand guard that functions as a protective measure by covering the sword-wielding hand during a confrontation/

Ricasso of blade bears the mark of an unidentified maker.

Source:

Dean Castle

Digital Number:

RI_DC_0000145

Copyright:

East Ayrshire Council