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German to English translations [PRO] History / list of historical museum exhibits | |||||||
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5 +6 | Executioner's sword |
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5 +1 | headsman's sword |
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Executioner's sword Explanation: is the term used in the auction catalogs that I translate. You don't post a picture, but it should have a sharp edge all along the length and a blunt tip. Optionally, the quillions would short and straight. These features distinguish it from a broad sword. |
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