Militaria - Arms & Armor Through the Ages
Militaria - Arms & Armor Through the Ages
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14th Century Pot Helm with Chainmail Neck Protection - Norman or Persian Influence
Lot # 209 (Sale Order: 51 of 292)
German or English Medieval Horseman's War Hammer - Fighting Axe Hybrid
Lot # 210 (Sale Order: 52 of 292)
16th-17th Century Polish or Hungarian Horseman's Combination War Hammer Mace
Lot # 211 (Sale Order: 53 of 292)
Possibly 16th Century Spanish Heraldic Crest - Castle, Daggers, and Floral Motifs on Red Ground
Lot # 213 (Sale Order: 55 of 292)
Early Halberd circa 1500-1520
Lot # 214 (Sale Order: 56 of 292)
Functional Modern Reproduction Medieval Crossbow (Missing Stirrup)
Lot # 215 (Sale Order: 57 of 292)
17th Century European "Axe of Justice" with Original Handle - Scotland, ca. 1600
Lot # 216 (Sale Order: 58 of 292)
Medieval Helmet - Inscribed and Etched Designs
Lot # 217 (Sale Order: 59 of 292)
Spanish 2 Escudo Gold Coin (1476–1516) – Seville Mint, Graded MS-62
Lot # 218 (Sale Order: 60 of 292)
The 1476-1516 Spain 2 Escudo from the Seville Mint, struck during the reign of Ferdinand V and Isabella I, is a stunning gold coin from one of the most pivotal periods in Spanish history. Certified Mint State-62 by NGC, this piece offers a remarkable glimpse into the wealth, power, and legacy of Spain’s most influential monarchs.
1592 Spanish Gold 2 Escudo – Seville Mint, NGC Graded MS-61
Lot # 219 (Sale Order: 61 of 292)
This rare and historically significant 1592 Spanish Gold Coin, 2 Escudo, comes from the Seville Mint and is certified in Mint State 61 condition by NGC. Minted during the reign of King Philip II of Spain, this coin exemplifies Spain’s political and economic might during the late 16th century, a time when the empire stretched across the globe. Cob coinage was used to finance Spain’s conquests and vast imperial holdings, making this 2 Escudo an extraordinary remnant of a bygone era. Futhermore, this coin is the outright finest known example of five ever certified!
English Renaissance Spear with Dismounting Hook a Militia Version of the Italian Roncone Circa 1600
Lot # 0220 (Sale Order: 62 of 292)
European Renaissance Large Triangular Head Spear Circa 1490 A.D.
Lot # 0221 (Sale Order: 63 of 292)
European Gothic Spear with Massive Head and Medial Ridge
Lot # 0222 (Sale Order: 64 of 292)
Italian Silver Stiletto - 17th-18th Century, Double Fuller, Engraved Blade
Lot # 300 (Sale Order: 65 of 292)
Its slender profile and rigid blade made it ideal for thrusting through gaps in armor or between ribs. The stiletto was a favored weapon in Renaissance and Baroque Italy, especially in urban environments where its concealed carry and precision were prized.
It was associated with nobles, bodyguards, and duelists, and became infamous for its use in assassination and intrigue. Silver-hilted examples like this were not only weapons but also symbols of refinement and fashion.
Chiseled Swept-Hilt Rapier - Damascus Blade and ornate Gold Inlays
Lot # 301 (Sale Order: 66 of 292)
The blade is a stunning Damascus steel example, marked at the ricasso and embellished with a gold inlaid maker's stamp near the forte. While the exact origin remains unclear, the piece is believed to be 90% original and may be a Victorian-era homage to 17th-century originals. Rapiers like this were originally popular during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods, used primarily by gentlemen for civilian self-defense and dueling.
The sweeping guard offered superior hand protection during thrust-based fencing styles. By the Victorian era, many wealthy collectors commissioned high-quality reproductions of Renaissance arms for decorative or ceremonial use, often retaining the exquisite attention to detail seen in this example. Whether original or reproduction, this sword is a stunning representation of craftsmanship and martial elegance spanning centuries.
Continental European Dagger c. 1810 with Leather & Metal Sheath
Lot # 302 (Sale Order: 67 of 292)
Daggers like this were often privately owned sidearms used by military officers or civilians during the Napoleonic era. The 1810s were a turbulent period across Europe with Napoleon's military campaigns redefining national borders and warfare tactics.
Knives and daggers served not only as weapons but also as status symbols. This piece, with its honest wear and practical design, reflects the transitional craftsmanship between ornate court blades and practical field tools.
Masonic Sword with Named Blade and Sheath
Lot # 303 (Sale Order: 68 of 292)
Italian or French Renaissance Nobleman's Left-Hand Dagger - Museum Grade
Lot # 304 (Sale Order: 69 of 292)
During the 16th and 17th centuries, left-hand daggers (or parrying daggers) were essential tools in civilian dueling culture. Noblemen trained in fencing carried these to deflect strikes and counterattack, balancing the long thrusting rapier in the other hand.
This piece exemplifies the period's artistry and martial elegance, an extraordinary museum-grade artifact.
German Maximilian 16th Century Style Breastplate & Articulated Skirt Cuirass Armor
Lot # 305 (Sale Order: 70 of 292)
English Cromwellian Lobster-Tail Burgonet Helmet - Circa 1630-1660
Lot # 306 (Sale Order: 71 of 292)
French Briquet Cutlass Model 1767 Old Monarchy of a "swashbuckler"
Lot # 308 (Sale Order: 73 of 292)
French 18th Century Nobleman's Hunting Sword-Dagger with Agate Handle and Silver Mounts
Lot # 309 (Sale Order: 74 of 292)
Antique Wooden Crucifix Figure of Christ - Missing Arms
Lot # 310 (Sale Order: 75 of 292)
