Can someone identify this sword Viking ?

Justin · 26th September 2005, 11:56 PM

I personally haven't read about any Celtic bronze swords with hilts like this,they are either integral to the blade and solid,or flat tangs made to have scales riveted on,but I am far from an expert.

ham · 27th September 2005, 12:14 AM

The hilt is 16th century Mughal type, though not necessarily that old. With a bronze blade, it may well be a married piece.

Ham

Jim McDougall · 27th September 2005, 02:22 AM

Without further research I am inclined to agree with Ham on this, and think Tim is correct as well in suggesting the Indian subcontinent, very likely the southern regions. The style of the hilt and the bronze blade suggest this is likely a votive or ceremonial piece, and as Ham notes, not necessarily as old as the style suggests and not necessarily homegenous.
Best regards,
Jim

26th September 2005, 11:56 PM	#1
Justin Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 182	I personally haven't read about any Celtic bronze swords with hilts like this,they are either integral to the blade and solid,or flat tangs made to have scales riveted on,but I am far from an expert.

27th September 2005, 12:14 AM	#2
ham Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 190	The hilt is 16th century Mughal type, though not necessarily that old. With a bronze blade, it may well be a married piece. Ham

27th September 2005, 02:22 AM	#3
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,469	Without further research I am inclined to agree with Ham on this, and think Tim is correct as well in suggesting the Indian subcontinent, very likely the southern regions. The style of the hilt and the bronze blade suggest this is likely a votive or ceremonial piece, and as Ham notes, not necessarily as old as the style suggests and not necessarily homegenous. Best regards, Jim