1381) WALLON SWORD CIRCA 1640 WITH ENGRAVED INVENTORY CONTROL NUMBER: Published sword. 

Discussion: The Wallon sword was believed to have been used by the Amsterdam Town Guard. The Wallon sword has survived in very large numbers, which is indicative that they greatly exceed the needs of just the Amsterdam Town Guard. The Walloon Sword incorporated the best designs of both the rapier and the small or court sword. They are believed to have been made in Wallon, Belgium using German blades, which were purchased as export.

Publication:  The Collectors Course On Medieval Arms and Armor, Andrew F. Garcia, 2022, page 33.

Description: A single wide fullered short blade, with the inscription = z  I.N.N. R. MRA with a floral decoration originating from a circle as pictured below, blade tapering to a sharp point, spherical shaped pommel with an etched armory inventory control number No. I I 7. An inventory control number is a number assigned by the arsenal/armory to keep track of their items. An inventory control number answers questions like: How many do we have? Where is it located in the arsenal, etc.? (See Fig 4A on page 33 in my book). Grip has the original wood and wire, with two ferrules, Two side ring guards with pierced plates ( one replaced during working life), and a  thumb ring.  The condition is good.

Length: 36 inches.

Conclusion: A great addition to any collection wanting to add an iconic sword for under $2,000.