Bidspirit auction | 17th - 18th C. Spanish

17th - 18th C. Spanish or Italian Main Gauche with - 17th - 18th C. Spanish or Italian Main Gauche with Family Crest on the Guard. Very nice early example of a left hand parrying dagger with its traditional large sail guard with intricately embossed family crest and a very long cross-guard with chiseled ends. Mounted with a large and sturdy double-edged blade. Typically broadened at the ricasso area. An interesting and early piece of weapon. Most likely Spanish or Italian in origin. Overall length: 21”. Blade length: 14 3/4”