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With the spread of the La Tene culture at the 5th century BC, iron swords had completely replaced bronze all over Europe. These swords eventually evolved into, among others, the Roman gladius and spatha, and the Greek xiphos and the Germanic sword of the Roman Iron Age, which evolved into the Viking sword in the 8th century.
14 de ago. de 2023 · The internal structure of an Iron Age sword has been understood for the first time, thanks to scientific imaging and analysis techniques involving a Cambridge engineer, resulting in a virtual dissection of the artefact.
24 de ago. de 2023 · Legacy of the Blade The Iron Age sword stands as a testament to the prowess, innovation, and cultural significance of an era gone by. Its evolution, from a simple weapon to a symbol of power and authority, showcases the multifaceted role it played in societies of the past.
13 de feb. de 2024 · Sword forging during the Iron Age was a technological symphony. One popular technique was the bloomery process, which involved smelting iron ore with charcoal. Swordcraft was raised to new heights by the invention of pattern welding, though.
The Wittenham Sword dates from the Late Iron Age (120 BC - AD 43). It consists of an iron sword inside a decorated bronze scabbard. The scabbard is of extremely high quality with intricate decorative features, and would have belonged to a warrior of importance.
9 de sept. de 2021 · A sword with iron blade and bronze knob from the Iron Age. Iron swords and daggers didn’t start with the Iron Age. King Tutankhamun was buried with an iron dagger likely made from a...
The xiphos ( Ancient Greek: ξίφος [ksípʰos]; plural xiphe, Ancient Greek: ξίφη [ksípʰɛː]) [1] is a double-edged, one-handed Iron Age straight shortsword used by the ancient Greeks. It was a secondary battlefield weapon for the Greek armies after the dory or javelin.
