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I have owned this piece for 5 years now. It smells strong of copper. Its a little top heavy, but seems to aid in its swing. It looks as if it was used.
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Hi Danhiman
Welcome to the forums. Looks like you have a copper copy of a bronze age sword that has been cast with the hilt parts combined. I'm not an expert, but to be it looks like a slight mix of 'Witham' (antenna style) and classic leaf shaped sytles. |
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Hi Danhiman,
And welcome to our forums. This item doubtlessly shows the type of a Bronze Age sword , ca. 2200 to 1200 BC, with an unusually high content of copper in the brass alloy forming the bronze. Whether it's a copy of an original item or not I am not able to tell from the images. The double scroll pommel is, as Gene has pointed out, of a rare form diverging from the antenna type. Best, Michael |
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Thanks for the help gentlemen. |
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It's not an original. There is no question. As my original post says. It is fully or mostly copper, and was cast with the hilt parts combined. Also, it has no patina/oxidisation and the 'antenna' don't conform to known styles. If you want to see good examples of reproductions covering the main types, then have a look here. Also, show the rats some mercy for christs sake. They are just trying to earn a living too ![]() |
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Welcome!
I'm pretty sure it's more of an artwork than an exact copy of something like a Witham sword. Remember, "use" can be from anyone (such as a kid playing with something) rather than a mark of a genuine piece. Best, F |
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I use it to change channels on my tv when I'm in bed and I have also killed a few roof rats with it. Its got pretty good balance/handling.
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![]() I agree with the guys in that this seems a nicely made impression of these Bronze age type swords, and as Gene notes, more artwork than keen reproduction. Very nice example though, and thanks for the chuckle, much appreciated. All the best, Jim |
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You can also use it to scratch your toes without getting up from the couch, and to tap your wifey's derriere, to signal her you require further fermented spirits from the fridge.
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