Antique Spanish Alfonso XIII Infantry Officer Sword Model 1901 Toledo Rare For Sale

AntiqueSpanish Infantry Officer’s Small Sword / Espadín, appearing to be theModel 1901 pattern from the reign of King Alfonso XIII. Size 33 inch.

This pattern was officially adopted for Spanish Infantry officers in 1901 and was manufactured at the military arms works in Toledo, Spain.

The design features an ornate gilt/brass-tone crossguard with detailed Spanish military and royal heraldic decoration.

• Spanish Infantry Officer pattern
• Model 1901 style
• Alfonso XIII reign
• Early 20th century
• Toledo, Spain military manufacture
• Ornate brass / gilt-tone hilt
• Spanish Royal coat of arms on one side of guard
• Infantry-related military emblem on opposite side
• Crowned decorative pommel
• Black ribbed / spiral-style grip
• Straight steel blade
• Original aged patina and oxidation
• Visible blade markings near ricasso

Historical references for the Spanish Model 1901 Infantry Officer small sword describe a gilt brass hilt, infantry emblem on the front, Spanish arms on the reverse, Alfonso XIII monogram at the pommel, black spiral grip and straight double-edged blade.

Circa 1901–1931 / Alfonso XIII period

The Model 1901 pattern was officially introduced during the reign of King Alfonso XIII. Exact manufacture year of this individual sword has not been independently verified.

Fábrica de Artillería de Toledo / Toledo, Spain

Visible markings appear consistent with Toledo manufacture, but buyers should inspect the close-up photographs carefully.

• Antique Spanish officer sword only

No scabbard included.

This item is being sold as a historical military collectible.

Exact manufacture date and individual service history are unknown. Identification is based on the visible construction, heraldic decoration and comparison with documented Spanish Model 1901 Infantry Officer swords.