Rapier Carrier and Sword Belt Worn by a Courtier of Christian I
Object type: Rapier carrier and sword belt
Department: Arms and Armor
Culture: German, Saxon
Date: 1580
Medium: Steel, gold, satin, metallic thread, velvet
Dimensions: Carrier (a): L. 27 1/8 in. (68.9 cm); H. 14 in. (35.6 cm); Wt. 10 oz. (283 g); belt (b): L. 38 7/8 in. (98.7 cm); W. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. (163 g)
Classification: Swords-Accessories
Geography:    Saxony   
Credit line: Gift of George D. Pratt, 1929
Accession year: 1929