11th C. Viking Sword :: Hand Forged Viking Sword

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From approximately 250AD until 700AD, Europe experienced a transitional phase commonly known as the Migration Era. During this time many people groups wandered from place to place before finally settling down roots as the Early Middle Ages began. German and Slavic tribes clashed with Viking invaders for many years before beginning to create kingdoms and empires that would define the shape of Europe and course of its history for centuries to come. Many different waves of "barbarian" invaders made their mark on the area at this time as Europe began to solidify into the Middle Ages. The evolution of the sword underwent some drastic leaps forward during this period as well.

This sword is an example of the type of Migration Era weapons that began to be commonplace as the Roman Empire and its cultural influence waned. While the common warrior of this period may not have been able to afford a sword, many wealthy and powerful individuals prized them above other weapons and had elaborate and princely designs made. This particular design shows Viking influence in its broad fullered blade and classic guard and pommel shapes, though has intricate designs laid in as would be expected of a lord's personal sword. It would be swords like this one that would eventually evolve into the 'knightly' swords of the later Middle Ages.

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