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photograph of current display in the Grand Vestibule
Grand Vestibule: The British Monarchy and the World

The Grand Vestibule at Windsor Castle reflects interaction between the monarchy and the wider world

MEXICO

Sword

circa 1975

RCIN 93422

A thin flexible-bladed sword with a rounded tip. Engraved on the blade with scenes of figures dancing and playing instruments, as well as hunting scenes. The wooden grip with an eagle-head pommel. Winged eagle and loop knuckle guard.

The leather scabbard is stitched with piteado embroidery, a technique which uses thread from the fibre of the century plant (agave americana) to form traditional patterns inspired by pre-Columbian design, plants and animals. The embroidered initials 'PF' stand for 'Principe Felipe'.

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