Overview
Artillery sword with cast brass single branch guard and ribbed grip. Curved single edged steel blade signed, "ABTa FAB a De TOLEDO 1902" Sword accompanied by leather scabbard with brass throat and chape. Sword measures: 33" L, blade: 27.5" L.
The 1902 Spanish Artillery Sword (often referred to as an artillery briquet) is a distinctive short sword utilized by Spanish enlisted artillerymen and infantry. Produced by the famous Fábrica Nacional de Toledo, these antiques typically feature a cast-brass, one-piece hilt, a ribbed grip, and a slightly curved single-edged steel blade.
Identification & Markings
- Blade Stamps: Look for the signature maker’s mark on the ricasso, which generally reads "Artillería Fábrica Nacional de Toledo 1902" (sometimes abbreviated as "ARTA FABA DE TOLEDO 1902").
- Blade Length: The slightly curved, single-edged steel blade is usually around 27 inches long.
- Hilt: Cast-brass with a single-branch guard and an integral ribbed grip.
- Scabbard: Traditionally made of black/brown leather with matching brass fittings (throat and chape).
Has some scratches and patina, otherwise excellent condition for it age. Comes with original intact scabbard.



