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25th October 2015, 03:21 PM
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I have to disagree. I'm sure that this blade is shaped by design rather than corrosion. I have a collection of medieval swords and really don't think it's medieval.
I also feel sure that the Pommel is original. I have seen ancient swords with this type of pommel but cannot think where I have seen them! |
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25th October 2015, 04:08 PM
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Hi Templar ,
of course if you can compare them in your hands you have a better view. 95 cm of length does seem very for long for a leaf blade, iron age or roman sword. kind regards Ulfberth |
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25th October 2015, 11:02 PM
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I'm thinking of Roman Spatha here. Two similar length swords were excavated in Masada and in Gamla, which makes it a very early Spatha (late 1st c. CE).
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26th October 2015, 11:35 AM
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Yes I felt it could be a Spatha. Are there any online sites where I can find the two you mention?
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26th October 2015, 12:23 PM
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The sword from Masada is still in scientific process to my best knowledge, but I saw it in person.
Here is the sword from Gamla: |
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