LATE MEDIEVAL IRON SWORD WITH REPORT
Ca. 1400-1450 AD.
This is an excellent and somewhat complete sword from the late Medieval period. The pommel is a circular disc, with a raised circular collar on each face. The condition is excellent and, uniquely, the sword’s tang protrudes through the pommel. Oakshott would label this pommel as a type J and date it to between mid-14th century and mid-15th century. The cross guard, is a flat bar, embellished by dropping the bar at the ends and in the middle. This produces an overall pleasing effect. Oakshott would label the cross guard as a Type 8 and date it to between ca.1400 and 1450. The blade is very elegant, needle-pointed with a taper along its whole length and a diamond section. A stunningly elegant blade. The classification of Type XV seems appropriate, with its short grip and dating of between 1350 and 1500. The grip has survived although the material is not clear. There is a central ring around the middle of the swords tang, this appears to be covered by what is most likely leather, as leather would emphasise any features underneath the binding in this way. The sword has no patination or nicks. It displays a naked surface, emulating the swords original appearance. Consequently the appearance is excellent. The dating is between ca.1400 and ca.1450, all in all a wonderful sword. The item comes with an academic report written by Russel Scott; famous lecturer, reenactor, and expert of Viking and Medieval artefacts.
Size: L:915mm / W:235mm ; 1.54kg
Provenance: Property of a European collection, formally in the collection of Earl Michell, London.
Estimate: GBP 4500 - 9000