Roman sword ???

Lee · 2nd January 2024, 01:08 AM

The texture and corrosion pattern of the blade are most convincing for authentic antiquity. Gavin is likely correct and I also hold a suspicion that this might be a portion of a longer sword blade that has had this point re-formed later. The hilt is probably contemporary with the point, though I have seen wood survive better than the iron in a few cases - it just depends on where the blade had been 'resting.'

fernando · 3rd January 2024, 01:47 PM

Threads closed in view of author's attempt to enquire on countless pieces still in active commercial venues.

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2nd January 2024, 01:08 AM	#1
Lee EAAF Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Upstate New York, USA Posts: 932	The texture and corrosion pattern of the blade are most convincing for authentic antiquity. Gavin is likely correct and I also hold a suspicion that this might be a portion of a longer sword blade that has had this point re-formed later. The hilt is probably contemporary with the point, though I have seen wood survive better than the iron in a few cases - it just depends on where the blade had been 'resting.'