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11th November 2021, 12:08 PM
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French weapon of the 17th century.
Hello
 It is quite rare, it is a Lyonnaise goyarde from the 17th century. Used by those who were not allowed to carry a sword. (peasants, brigands, petty bourgeois) ... This goyarde measures 98cm. It is a truly formidable piece in the hand. The edges are always sharp. Does anyone have any vintage engravings illustrating this weapon? |
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11th November 2021, 12:10 PM
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11th November 2021, 01:53 PM
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Hi,
Couldn't find any engravings but all of the underneath described as a Goyarde. Regards, Norman. |
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13th November 2021, 01:08 AM
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Fascinating peasant weapon! Would it have been used against those on horseback? I know many of these types evolved from agricultural tools (Bohemian ear spoons, Kriegsickles, etc), so I'm assuming this weapon did as well?
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13th November 2021, 09:54 AM
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A very interesting item, I like the primitive, blacksmith-made appearance...
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13th November 2021, 10:03 AM
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The next to last two with pommel hooks are traditional Northern Italian 'agricultural tools'.
 (Used also for harvesting 2 legged rats) Called beidane. |
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14th November 2021, 10:17 AM
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There is no doubt that this is the evolution and inspiration of guisarme...
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