Sword

1917.05.0022

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Sword   (1917.05.0022)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Science & Technology T&E
  2. :
  3. Armaments
  4. :
  5. Edged Weapons
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Early Medieval
Date 700 – 900
Culture English - Saxon, British
Location On Exhibitin the Europe exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 81.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 10.1 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 1.9 cm
Weight 682 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Steel, Metal--Iron
Manufacturing Processes Forging--Damascene

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
Reproduction No

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