Moroccan nimcha sword with blade signed "ANDREA FERARA" - 17th 18th century Imported European blade from 17th or 18th century. One side of the blade is etched "ANDREA", the other side is signed "FERARA". The blade signed: Andra Ferara, is a very famous Italian or spanish swordsmith of mid 17th century. But his signature was very counterfeit during 17th and 18th century. The blade was anciently remounted on the handle. It was probably done during the 19th century, Scabbard is made of wood covered with leather with good repair that does not affect the entry and exit of the saber Iron guard and horn grip with topped with a hood silver enameled. Stong and solid, no movement. The scabbard is classic engraving of moroccan design Length with scabbard 99cm Length without scabbard 97cm