Antique cup-hilt rapier sword in excellent condition, original from the 19th century and very beautiful. The sword is almost more a work of silversmithing than of forging, as it is profusely decorated in great detail. It is a gorgeous antique weapon which has survived to our days in very good condition. The hilt has an openwork metal cup-shaped protection, composed of medallions with a schematic flower in the center and vegetal-inspired symmetrical scrolls around. Over the cup, the grip preserves the original metal twine. The pommel also boasts a fine metal openwork design, while the D-guard and the cross-guard are spiral metal rods. A sword worthy of exhibition. Delicate, attractive and lethal, this antique cup-hilt rapier sword in excellent condition will surely be one of the starring pieces of a great collection of weapons. Dimensions: Blade Length: 42.12 in / 107 cm. Total Length: 49.6 in / 126 cm.