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Richard R. · 24th July 2026, 03:38 PM

I am seeking help in identifying two inlays on an Oakeshott Type XIIIa sword (see photos).

The sword appears to date from the first half of the 14th century. It has a total length of approximately 125 cm, a blade length of 99 cm, and a total weight of 2044 g. It looks very similar to the Type XIIIa sword at the Museum of London, which has a 100 cm blade.

Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

Thank you.
Richard

24th July 2026, 03:38 PM	#1
Richard R. Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 29	Help with identifying inlays (marks) on an Oakeshott XIIIa-type sword I am seeking help in identifying two inlays on an Oakeshott Type XIIIa sword (see photos). The sword appears to date from the first half of the 14th century. It has a total length of approximately 125 cm, a blade length of 99 cm, and a total weight of 2044 g. It looks very similar to the Type XIIIa sword at the Museum of London, which has a 100 cm blade. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thank you. Richard Attached Images