Spanish Colonial, Mexican Bolo Sword with Horn Handle

Mexico

Late 18th to early 19th century | Steel, Horn | Item 2468

This Spanish Colonial sword has a horn handle with three rivets securing the blade. The upper portion of the sword has a stamp adjacent to the letter “R”, then a large set up initials “AC” done in an outline form. A thin line goes along the top of the blade on both sides. The horn handle has a crack to the top portion on one side.

Dimensions 29 3/8" long
Condition Very good with aged patina. The top portion of the horn handle on one side is cracked, but all is firmly in place.
Provenance Private collection
Spanish Colonial, Mexican bolo sword 18th to early 19th century, horn handle, engraved steel blade.