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Scythian Griffin-headed Iron Sword, c. 7th century BC - 4th century AD

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This is so awesome and beautiful. I want one.

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Sword Photography

With Samantha Swords, winner of the open longsword competition in Harcourt Park World Invitational Jousting Tournament

Photography by Rey Alabastro

Armour by Shari Finn

Source: Copyright 2013 © Samantha Swords

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Sword Pistol

Dated: circa 1820

Measurements: 36 inches overall. 30 1/4 inch blade

Having the blade of a rapier from the Carlos IV era, this weapon has a percussion pistol frame marked “BALT". It comes with a stylised animal head hammer and an elongated trigger. Features fluted wood grips and a pommel designed so the user can extend the hand at a certain degree for shooting.

Source: © Historical Arms & Armor

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vikingsgonnapillage:

     A Presentation Dagger from the Selection of Fine Arms I in the provenance of France dating third quarter of the 19th Century.

     Straight blade with two wires, of diamond section, richly engraved with floral motifs, equipped with a heel, substantial handle gold and silver depicting the tragic scene of Othello, who, overwhelmed by jealousy, kills Desdemona, with quillons bearing head snake at the ends, on solid the inscription “OTHELLO" and the sheath decorated en suite, with female figures, cherubs and other anthropomorphic figures.

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Hilts of Japanese straight swords, Kofun period, circa 600.

Courtesy & currently located at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Photo taken by Uploadalt.

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