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Torino Rapier

Dublin Core

Identifier

ZB_SS_0009
Hanwei number: SH2204

Title

Torino Rapier

Creator

Chen Chao-Po

Contributor

Hanwei

Date

Purchased 2006

Subject

[LCSH] Daggers & swords --China--Dalian.
[LCSH] Cosplay--Equipment & supplies.

Description

Cross shaped, shiny silver, wire wrapped wooden handle with silver pommel and metal basket hilt. Wooden scabbard wrapped in imitation black leather. This dress rapier was worn as decoration as a type of cosplay for reenactment purposes. It is made of carbon steel and was never professionally sharpened. It represents a version used in medieval sport fencing.

Rights

"Paul" Chen Chao-Po and Hanwei are the rights holders to this object.

Type

Physical object

Relation

ZB_SS_0001

Format

Materials: 1566 Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Wood, Leather, Wire
Length: 45 inches, blade 36 inches
Weight: 37 ounces

Citation

Chen Chao-Po, “Torino Rapier,” Wayne State University - School of Information Sciences, accessed May 13, 2026, https://waynestateu.omeka.net/items/show/865.