European Cut
Posted in Fine Rings on 10/28/2007 01:51 pm by admin|
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VINTAGE 14K GOLD EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING $365.00 |
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Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring $1,800.00 |
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1.04 ct VVS Old EUROPEAN & EMERALD Cut DIAMOND Ring 18K $1,699.00 |
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Vintage 0.29 ct Old European Cut Loose Diamond VVS2 H $299.99 |
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Vintage 0.31 ct Old European Cut Loose Diamond VVS2 I $319.99 |
More European Cut Results At The Bottom Of The Page
Medieval Weapons, European Medieval Swords
The medieval sword owes its development to the Roman Spatha which was a long sword, not meant to be affective against armor (since there was little armor then). Medieval swords developed in connection with armor as well as new fighting techniques which involved slashing. Making a sword in the medieval period might involve the labor of several men. It might involve a forger, a person who shaped the blade, a person who finished the blade, a polisher and also a person who made the hilt of the sword. A very talented maker could do all of the jobs himself. Yet a sword maker’s product many times varied in quality. The chemistry of metals was not well known or understood. Usually the best, meaning most consistent, sword makers were popular. In the medieval period Germany, Italy, Spain and France were the major sword making areas. Some towns became sword making centers and remained so for decades, such as Solingen Germany.
In the 11th century the Norman type of sword was developed with a cross guard or quillions, which protected the hand from being cut as well as trapped the sword of the opponent. This was one of the main types of swords used throughout the 12th and 13th centuries and became the stable. Many times the pommel area was different but the cruciform shape was always the same. This sword was used in a cutting fashion as opposed to stabbing. Most of the time a sword was designed to be most affective against armor. As armor changed so did swords.
From the 14th through the 15th centuries there were more innovative sword making designs, to keep up with the types of amour. The grip area was lengthened as was the blade. This allowed for two handed use and thus stronger momentum when using the sword. This type of sword became known as the longsword. The longsword was renowned for its reach and cutting or thrusting abilities. It was double-edged (sharp on both sides), wide and about 4-4.5 feet long. This was the ultimate battle sword. Also during this period the Estoc or English Tuck type of sword was used and known for its amour piercing capabilities. Estoc is French for point. It was a nearly edgeless sword and meant for thrusting. For more gripping power the Estoc sword’s handle was sometimes wrapped in wire or animal leather. Similar to a rapier, it has a long, thin, straight rigid blade and was used to thrust in between gaps in amour.
Swords were either for war or for every day use. Swords with Christian symbols were popular and worn as part of typical medieval garb. Rapiers, originating in Spain were the most popular sword of civilians. Rapiers had long thin flexible blades good for dueling with one hand. Rapiers stayed in vogue until the 17th century.
In the 16th century large swords requiring two handed use were popular for war. In Germany this was the Dopplehander and for the Scots this was the Claymore. Other swords of this type were the Flamberge and Great Sword. These large swords were not good for close fighting and required strength to master. The blades were either flat and wide or hexagonal and narrower. Some were diamond shaped. The blade could be 50 inches long with a 12 inch grip length.
The metal of a good blade was free of flaws. Most sword makers of the medieval period used intuition in forging a good steel sword. They had little knowledge of metallurgy, carbon contents or the exact temperature needs. Consistent sword making required considerable talent.
About the Author
Mark Jordan is a researcher and freelance writer living near Harrisburg Pennsylvania. Other historical information can be found at Medieval Timeline and History and Medieval Videos
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VINTAGE 14K GOLD EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING $365.00 |
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Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring $1,800.00 |
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1.04 ct VVS Old EUROPEAN & EMERALD Cut DIAMOND Ring 18K $1,699.00 |
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Vintage 0.29 ct Old European Cut Loose Diamond VVS2 H $299.99 |
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Vintage 0.31 ct Old European Cut Loose Diamond VVS2 I $319.99 |
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LOVELY OLD EUROPEAN CUT ** VINTAGE DIAMOND RING $3,600.00 |
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ESTATE BUY! 2.77 EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND $2,900.00 |
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VINTAGE EUROPEAN 18K GOLD GEODESIC CUT CITRINE EARRINGS $330.00 |
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Fine Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Ring 1.18CT $1,000.00 |
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Vintage European Cut Diamond Engagement 14kwyg Ring $299.00 |
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14K Gold .63ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring $1,012.50 |
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ANTIQUE EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND FILIGREE BROOCH 14K W/G $175.00 |
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925 LILAC Facet Cut Glass Bead for EUROPEAN Bracelets $3.61 |
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Vintage Art Deco .75 ct Old European Cut Diamond Ring $1,700.00 |
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ANTIQUE EDWARDIAN 18k GOLD OLD EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND !! $1,850.00 |
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European Bead:Fits Pandora Blue Cut Crystal $4.25 |
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ART DECO EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND & SAPPHIRE 18KT GOLD RING $129.51 |
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ART DECO EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND 14KT WHITE GOLD RING $199.00 |
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Estate 1.47 ct OLD EUROPEAN CUT Diamond Pendant 14K WG $2,339.10 |
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10KT YG GENUINE OLD EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND RING ~ NR! $87.78 |
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ANTIQUE 1.20ct EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND STUD EARRINGS 1930 $3,195.00 |
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.31 CT Total Genuine European Cut Diamond Silver Ring $165.00 |
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10 Pcs Cut Glass Bead Fit European Charm Bracelet $1.79 |
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10 PCs Cut Glass Beads Fit European Charm Bracelet $1.79 |
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50 PCs Cut Glass Beads Fit European Charm Bracelet $9.01 |
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50 Pcs Cut Glass Bead Fit European Charm Bracelet $9.01 |
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1/3ct Victorian European Cut DIAMOND Ring 18K WG $585.00 |
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1.04ct diamond earrings Old European cut $3,500.00 |
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VINTAGE .75 CT EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND SAPPHIRE PLATINUM $1,295.00 |
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Vintage 0.13 ct Old European Cut Loose Diamond SI1 I $69.99 |
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Vintage 0.16 ct Old European Cut Loose Diamond VS1 H $129.99 |
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Vintage .39 ct Old European Cut Loose Diamond VS2 J $399.99 |
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14K WHITE GOLD EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND SOLOTAIRE RING .60 $650.00 |
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14K YELLOW GOLD PIN WITH OLD EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND $199.00 |
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SOLID 14K Gold DIAMOND Ring 0.75 Ct Wt EUROPEAN Cut 8.5 $388.88 |
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Vintage European cut diamond earrings .66ct $61.00 |
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OLD EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND & ENAMEL FLOWER EARRINGS $1,650.00 |
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14K SETATE ANTIQUE EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND RING,W/GOLD,.NR $26.39 |
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Fine Vintage Old European Cut Engagement Diamond Ring $775.00 |
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Awesome Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 14K WG $899.00 |
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.75ct EUROPEAN CUT DIAMOND ART DECO 18K WHITE GOLD RING $999.99 |
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Sweet & Dainty Gold Flower Cut Out European Bead $3.95 |
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Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum Antique $3,599.00 |
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14 K. VINTAGE LADIES EUROPEAN CUT BAND-RING BEAUTIFUL $750.00 |
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Estate Old European Cut Platinum Diamond Ring $11,300.00 |
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Estate Platinum Old European Cut 3 Diamond Ring $37,500.00 |
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Old European Cut 1.07ct Platinum Diamond Ring $8,570.00 |
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Estate Old European Cut 1.50ct Diamond Ring $9,065.00 |
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Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Set Platinum $6,999.00 |
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Estate Old European Cut Diamond Ring 0.80ct $2,733.00 |
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