Catholic King's Sword - Marto of Toledo

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The Catholic King's Sword by Marto of Toledo Spain is a reproduction of the great sword kept in the Real Armeria in Madrid, made in the 15th century, during the reign of Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabelle of Castile and used in solemn court occasions until the 18th century.

 

This particular sword is one of the most amazing and spectacular sword in Spanish History. This sword was used by Ferdinand and Isabella, both Catholic Monarchs to turn Christopher Colombus into a knight when he returned from America. In the Throne Hall of the Royal Palace in Barcelona, Columbus was named "Admiral of the Ocean" and "Viceroy of the Indies". This ceremonial sword was used as the symbol of the royal power in all religious and political ceremonies,  since the conquest of Grenada and the beginning of Spain as a nation.

 

The inscription "Tanto Monta, Monta Tanto" can be seen on the guard. This inscription is referring to both Ferdinad and Isabella and can be translated to:

 

 

The meaning of this inscription is that both King and Queen held equal authority. It was seen on the Spanish flags that Christopher Columbus brought to the New World. Later the motto was changed to "Plus Ultra" which is Latin for "More Beyond" referring to Spain and her lands in the Americas.  

 

  
Specs:

 

Quality: Absolutely Flawless

Functionality: Display Only

Sharpness: Unsharpened

 

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