Oakeshott Type XIIIa Knightly Two Hander Sword

[Jack Loomes]

First quarter 14th century

Culture: German

Provenance: the Verucchio Castle Museum

Measurements: overall length 130cm

The sword features a straight, double-edged blade, with a slight groove for two-thirds of its length. Engraved at the first part with a slightly visible noble shield, the weapon has straight iron quillons of square section, wooden grip scales, disc-shaped iron pommel (type “J” Oakeshott) relieved at the centre.

For more information on Oakehsott Type XIIa Swords see this extract from Ewart Oakeshott's Records of the Medieval Sword: www.sword-site.com/thread/152/oakeshott-xiiib-records-medieval-sword

Source: www.czernys.com/