ITEM NO.
European_0027

$5800

17th c. composite European Suit of armor
Appears to be mainly Italian. Breastplate is very early, very heavy c 1520 bullet proof. It is missing the back plate. The helmet is 20th c. It was a good match to the suit so I am including it in the sale. You can of course place an authentic helmet on the suit, although, this helmet makes it look quite intimidating. Gorget is a poor replacement. (made 20th c from pitted metal) Pauldrons and Leg armor appear to match and is c.1620 Italian. Gauntlets are also original 17th c. Missing most of the fingers with exception of one of it's "driving finger" on the right gauntlet. Arm section (rerebrace, couter and vambrace) is late 19th - mid 20th c.
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PURCHASE ITEM 0027

ITEM NO.
European_0024

SOLD

Fine Gold Encrusted 18th c. French Smallsword
Part of me hopes this one doesn't sell. This is the finest French sword I have owned. It is chiselled steel decorated with thick Gold Accents. Unlike most smallswords this was done by a master taking his time on every inch of the hilt. Decorated with helmets, spears, bows and arrows, floral, armor and other war regalia. Although the scabbard is new, the mounts appear to be original to the sword with exception of scabbard tip. I believe it says "Win or Die" in French on the blade. Blade is 29 3/4"
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PURCHASE ITEM 0024

ITEM NO.
European_0021

REDUCED
$7500

Very rare c1822 Pre Victorian Scottish Targe shield
I had to get a lot of Scottish Museum Curators involved to authenticate this shield. After numerous contacts they all agreed that the shield was probably made during the Royal visit to Scotland in 1822 ( King George IV ) organised by Sir Walter Scott. It is fairly crude because it was probably used during a mock battle for entertainment. (hence the dents and cut out of the left side. I owe a lot of thanks to the Royal Armories and many others for their expertise. A couple thought the shield was older and I can send information regarding that claim.
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PURCHASE ITEM 0021

ITEM NO.
European_0020

$8500

18th c. Scottish baskethilt sword
Very nice sword made during the early 18th c. Blade is most likely made during the 17th c. Thick steel hilt decorated with pierce work and chiselled details. More information to come soon.
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PURCHASE ITEM 0020

ITEM NO.
European_0019

$9950

Massive 18th c. Scottish baskethilt horseman's sword
Very nice sword made during the early 18th c. Jeffrey's blade. Thick steel hilt decorated with pierce work and chiselled details. More information to come soon.
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PURCHASE ITEM 0020

ITEM NO.
European_0018

$2200.00

19th c. Rare AustroHungarian hand cannon
It was probably made in 1867 in celebration of the Dual Monarchy which was the successor to the Austrian Empire (1804–1867) ( Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867 between the ruling Habsburg dynasty and the Hungarians.) Made for celebrations, and used to make noise. Looks to be used, has some signs of firing inside. Interesting thing is a gold coin shape inside. It’s most likely 24 carat gold, but have no idea why it would be in the bottom of the barrel. It has a deep carving of Medusa with a sword crossing one side and what appears to be a basket of fire on the right. There’s also a large royal crest of Austro-Hungaria. The double head is symbolic of the dual monarchy, now the Austrian crest is only one head. There is a seam on the inside, so it’s not meant to fire projectiles. But I guarantee that it is old.
70.5cm long. 3.3cm bore. 13.5 lbs. or 6kg.
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PURCHASE ITEM 0018

ITEM NO.
European_0016

$95,000

c. 1580 Italian Suit of Armor
Very nice suit of Milanese armor. King Philip IV wore a suit very similiar during his reign on the battlefield. More information and photos coming soon. German 2handed Flamberge sword is not included in sale.
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PURCHASE ITEM 0016

ITEM NO.
European_0015

$1100

c. 1750 Fine French Hunting Sword
Gold gilded brass and antler hilt. Decorated with various animals and hunting themes. Fine workemanship throughout. Scabbard is newly made, but a custom fit. Blade 23 3/8 " - 29" overall length. 30" overall in scabbard. old blade nicks appear to be from a sword fight. Although uncommon, they were sometimes worn for self defense because of their size.
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PURCHASE ITEM 0015

ITEM NO.
European_0012

Not for sale

c. 1600 Rare Italian Brandestoc - Buttafuori
Rare example of Italy's past. Most likely coming from lombardia Italy. Officers carried these inside small buildings and carriages. They are about the size of a cane, but with one forceful move, the blade comes out of the shaft and it's used as a polearm. This example is decorated with a chiselled dragon head, the tail serving as a sword catcher. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.

ITEM NO.
European_0011

$1450.00

c. 1690 Dutch Transitional Smallsword
Not too many exist of this type. Thick silver inlay decoration typical of Dutch swords during the late 17th c. Blade is almost square towards the hilt. Blade is of very fine quality. Marked XX IN XX TOLETO XX on both sides. Blade is original untouched length at 29 inches. (73.5cm) A similiar example can be seen in Bashford Dean's book, plate XI. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.

PURCHASE ITEM 0011

ITEM NO.
European_0010

SOLD

English Rapier Sword c.1610-1630
Large example of a fine english cup hilt rapier. Blade is original and is unique because it is single edged. The same maker created a sword almost identical in book, example 28. The fine silver work is almost all missing on my sword. Traces are left intact on the hilt and pommel. The blade in Peter Finer's book also is single edged and identical to shape and size. Handle has been professionally rewrapped at some point. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.

PURCHASE ITEM 0010

ITEM NO.
European_0007

Not for sale at
this point

European shield - 17th - 19th c?
Very nice original, or early reproduction of a 17th european parade shield. Etched over the entire surface with kings, nobles, floral decoration and arms. Edges are chiselled and rolled. rivets are all real, not cast like most Victorian repros. It's a head scratcher. 22 3/4 inch diameter. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.