Our 12th century sword is an outstanding example of an Oakeshott type XIIa great sword. Featuring a stiff blade with a broad fuller, straight and tapering cross, and a faceted wheel pommel, this sword is an early example of what would later become known as the European Longsword or Bastard Sword. This video gives and overview of the sword and explains how this type developed and what sets them apart from later longswords and earlier Viking swords.
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