Lot 428:
Modern Decorative Indian Serpent-Hilt Rapier Replica and Scabbard
Sold for: $60
Description
This is a modern decorative sword of Indian manufacture, designed as a fantasy-style rapier featuring serpent motifs. The straight, double-edged blade is constructed of steel with a bright chrome or nickel-plated finish. The ricasso area features an etched mark consisting of a wavy-bladed kris-style sword within a scalloped triangular border, flanked by the decorative date 1939 and the word INDIA. The word HANDMADE is etched further up the blade. The hilt is composed of a fluted, silver-toned pommel and a grip wrapped in black leather or faux-leather, decorated with a spiral pattern of silver-toned metal studs. The guard features two large, pierced, leaf-shaped shell guards and a knuckle guard formed by a cast serpent whose head serves as the forward quillon. The accompanying scabbard has a black leather or faux-leather body with three polished silver-toned metal fittings at the throat, mid-band, and chape. The throat and mid-band fittings are each equipped with a circular suspension ring for belt attachment.
Blade Length: 30 inches
Total Length: 37.5 inches.
Condition report:
The sword and scabbard are in excellent modern condition. The plated metal surfaces are bright and reflective with only minor surface handling marks. The leather wrap on the hilt and the scabbard exterior is intact with no significant wear or damage. The construction is solid for display or costume use.
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