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LOT 523

Lot 523

Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century

Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
Lot 523 Details
Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century

the 25.3 inch blade with rounded tip acid etched mottos on a chased silver-overlaid iron grip with eagle head pommel and snake form quillon and in a leather sheath
overall length 31.5 in — 80 cm

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
  • Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
  • Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
  • Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
  • Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
  • Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
  • Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
  • Mexican Machete Sword, Oaxaca, 19th/early 20th century
Note:

Motto transcriptions:
'No ay rey a guien yo embedie - ni roto a guien yo admire/Vale masmorir con honor que viver sin el' (There is no king whom I envy - nor broken person I admire/It is better to die with honour than to live without it)

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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