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French medieval sword letter opener with fleur-de-lis sheath, 29 cm
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SKU: MCA-005Letter opener in the shape of a 14th-century French medieval sword, a miniature replica of the sword from the same series. The crossguard and pommel bear an inscription in Vulgar Latin that means "Guarded by a dragon that never sleeps, in the name of truth." The hilt, guard, and pommel are gilt, and the nickel-plated blade gleams when drawn.
It comes with a blue scabbard adorned with gilt fleurs-de-lis, the emblem of the French monarchy, finished with a gilt pommel and cap. It measures 29 cm with the scabbard and weighs 86 g: a distinctive desk accessory and a fine gift for history and chivalry enthusiasts.
Identification
- Model
- Letter opener in the shape of a medieval sword, France, 14th century
- Country of origin
- France (inspiration)
- Historical period
- Middle Ages, 14th century
Physical characteristics
- Main material
- Metal (zamak, according to fuentes.fr); faux leather lined case
- Overall length
- 29 cm (with case)
- Weight
- 86 g
- Finish
- Gold-plated handle, guard, and pommel with Latin inscription; bright nickel-plated blade; blue sheath with gold fleurs-de-lis, gold-plated lip and butt cap
Legal classification
- Legal category
- Decorative letter opener
- Permitted use
- Letter opener, desk decoration and gift
Metal (zamak) letter opener with a gold-finished handle, guard, and pommel, inscribed in Latin, and a nickel-tone blade. The removable sheath is lined with blue faux leather featuring gold fleur-de-lis and has a gold-plated rim and end cap.
- Letter opener in the shape of a 14th-century French medieval sword.
- Latin inscription on the cross and knob.
- Gold-plated handle and nickel-tone blade.
- Blue case with gold fleur-de-lis, removable.
- 29 cm with case and 86 g.
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