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30th September 2010, 07:53 PM
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Quite right, Dmitry,
I was not aware though that the dating of the Conyer's Falchion was still a matter of dispute. When last talking to Graeme Rimer of The Royal Armouries Leeds I remember him telling me that they were quite sure about its date of make. Maybe new aspects have arisen since ... Best, Michael |
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30th September 2010, 08:15 PM
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That could very well be. I have seen dates as early as 11th c., or as late as the 14th. What is the dating of it, according to the Royal Armouries? I couldn't find it on the web. |
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30th September 2010, 08:42 PM
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The Conyer's Falchion
Ca. 1200, plus/minus 100 years.
Grrr, thought I forgot to photograph it but on second thought I am afraid I never actually saw it; it is the property of Durham Cathedral, North East England, not of the Leeds or London museums, and probably not even on display there. I will try to do some research and let you know. For more information on that and related items, please go http://bjorn.foxtail.nu/h_conyers_eng.htm Best, Michael Last edited by Matchlock; 30th September 2010 at 08:59 PM. |
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30th September 2010, 09:06 PM
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An even madder grrr: no color photo on the web or in any of my books!
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30th September 2010, 10:02 PM
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I don't want to divert from the subject matter of this "best ever" thread. Perhaps the moderator can move these posts into a separate Conyers Falchion thread?
Meanwhile, here's the most detailed description of the piece, along with some photos. Archaeologia Aeliana, or, Miscellaneous tracts relating to antiquity, Volume 15 By Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne http://books.google.com/books?id=5e4...lchion&f=false |
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30th September 2010, 10:49 PM
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Nice idea!
 Still what's needed most in my opinion would be high quality and topic color pics. At the same time I wish that members more experienced than I would do the posting on this subject. That too should be considered in my opinion when making it a thread on its own. Good night to all you nightowls out there (and all the others), Michael |
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