Broadsword

Northern European, possibly Switzerland

early 17th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 376

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Title: Broadsword
Date: early 17th century
Culture: Northern European, possibly Switzerland
Medium: Steel, silver, wood
Dimensions: L. 50 1/2 in. (128.3 cm); L. of blade 41 1/8 in. (104.4 cm); W 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 13 oz. (1729 g)
Classification: Swords
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1904
Object Number: 04.3.19
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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