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Beyond Battle

Problem

Israel Schuech (German, active 1590–1610), Rapier of Prince-Elector Christian II of Saxony, dated 1606, Bladesmith: Juan Martinez (Spanish, active ca. 1600), German, Dresden, Fletcher Fund, 1970
Many swords throughout history have been highly decorated. Which of the following exotic materials could be used to make a sword hilt?
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