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Sword

1400s

Germany

(?)
Medium
steel; wood and leather grip
Measurements
Overall: 104.2 cm (41 in.); Blade: 87.3 cm (34 3/8 in.); Quillions: 20.3 cm (8 in.)
Weight: 1.72 kg (3.79 lbs.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance 1916.1600
Public Domain
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Location
210A Armor Court
Print
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Did You Know?

The unornamented surfaces and signs of use on this sword and those similar to it lead us to believe that they were used in battle. Despite their utilitarian purpose, the blacksmith added details to the handles and hilts to make them visually appealing.

Description

During medieval times, everyday objects carried deep spiritual meanings. The knight's sword was perceived as the noblest of weapons because its shape symbolized the cross on which Christ died.

Sword

1400s

Germany (?)

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