Executioner Sword

Victrix · 21st January 2026, 07:24 PM

The Swedes were notorious plunderers in the 30 year war. Vast fortunes were made from war booty. I’m sure they were in both Thorns. They seem to have occupied the Polish one in mid 1600s but its coat of arms is an angel apparently. The inscription seems rather like the Nertherland coin. One other clue is I have seen those crosses on a Hospitaller sword (Order of St John) so if either Thorn was a place for Hospitallers then that could be it.

Oriental Armament Collection · 21st January 2026, 07:45 PM

A sword specifically designed for beheading often doesn't have a tip, which is normal because it doesn't need a stabbing function. Its heavy weight makes it more effective for chopping. As for the era, I don't think it's a modern piece. I recently also purchased a Chinese beheading sword, which has a broad blade suitable for chopping.

21st January 2026, 07:24 PM	#1
Victrix Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Sweden Posts: 783	The Swedes were notorious plunderers in the 30 year war. Vast fortunes were made from war booty. I’m sure they were in both Thorns. They seem to have occupied the Polish one in mid 1600s but its coat of arms is an angel apparently. The inscription seems rather like the Nertherland coin. One other clue is I have seen those crosses on a Hospitaller sword (Order of St John) so if either Thorn was a place for Hospitallers then that could be it. Attached Images Last edited by Victrix; 21st January 2026 at 08:39 PM. Reason: Add pic

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21st January 2026, 07:45 PM	#2
Oriental Armament Collection Member Join Date: May 2025 Location: China Posts: 40	A sword specifically designed for beheading often doesn't have a tip, which is normal because it doesn't need a stabbing function. Its heavy weight makes it more effective for chopping. As for the era, I don't think it's a modern piece. I recently also purchased a Chinese beheading sword, which has a broad blade suitable for chopping.