Straight-sided blade, the upper edge tapering downwards to the point. Decorative indentions on the upper edge. Plain bolster, handle square in section, flaring towards the end, cumulating in a stylized bird's head. Tang continues with scrolled edge, fitted with mother-of-pearl scales with three rivets, top of handle has horn scales. Two large brass buttons on each side.
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Unknown artist<span style="display: none;">Unknown artist</span></div>
circa 1580 <div style="display: none;">date QS:P571,+1580-00-00T00:00:00Z/9,P1480,Q5727902</div>
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