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The sword is a fine addition to any collection for lovers of early medieval swords! It is an exact replica of an original from the 8th century that was excavated at Fetter Lane in London. In 1893 it was donated to the British Museum, where it remains on display for all to admire. The original grip is crafted from gold-plated silver and has remained remarkably intact. Owing to the expensive precious metal and the craftsmanship involved in the manufacture of this sword, archaeologists suspect that it was owned by an elite warrior or nobleman. The blade of the original has not been preserved, so for this replica a frequently occurring type of early medieval blade with a wide fuller was chosen. The grip of the replica is constructed from tinned bronze, which approaches the appearance of the silver original whilst keeping the price lower. Just like the original, the grip is assembled from various parts that are riveted together. The grip and pommel are decorated with beautiful early medieval organic motifs. The sword is delivered with a brown leather scabbard with tinned bronze fittings and a belt loop so you can hang it on your belt. The blade of this sword is crafted from modern damast steel. Originally, damast steel consisted of a harder and softer carbon steel. The combination of the different steel types resulted in a high-quality steel with a pattern in the blade. Medieval technology for the production of damast steel is no longer in use today; modern application is principally concerned with the increased visual value of the blade pattern.
