15th-century Venetian Cinquedea Sword

15th-Century Venetian Cinquedea Sword

One of the finest pieces in the collection; the cinquedea is among the rarest daggers due to its short production period of approximately 100 years, from around 1450 to 1550. This sword is rarer than others because it is classified as a sword, also known as a “dragona a cinquedea.” There are similar examples of this type of sword, the most famous being that of Cesare Borgia.
This particular sword, intended for the Venetian Guard whose role was to protect the Doge of Venice, is in excellent condition.
The hilt is in the typical “cinquedea” style, featuring curved iron quillons, an iron pommel cap, and a horn grip with rosette-shaped brass inlays.
The blade is a broad combat blade with two deep notches on each side that meet to form a central ridge.

A true work of art in incredible condition—truly a rarely seen sword of museum quality!

The “cinquedea” ranks among the rarest daggers due to its limited production period, spanning roughly a century, from 1450 to 1550. This model is even more exceptional because it is classified as a sword—sometimes referred to as a “dragona a cinquedea.” While other similar examples exist, the most famous remains the sword of Cesare Borgia.
This sword, designed for the Venetian guard tasked with protecting the Doge of Venice, is in remarkable condition.
The hilt features the characteristic style of the cinquedea, with curved iron quillons, an iron pommel, and a horn grip adorned with rosette-shaped brass inlays.
The blade, wide and designed for combat, features two deep droplets on each side that converge to form a central ridge.

A true work of art in exceptional condition: a sword of absolute rarity, worthy of a museum!