While the sword’s hilt dates to between the 17th and 19th centuries, the blade was probably forged as far back as the 16th ...

Lead archaeologist Duncan Sayer of the University of Central Lancashire, told The Guardian that the sword, boasting a silver-and-gilt hilt and runic inscriptions, is considered among the "top ...

Made of iron, the sword is short, measuring about 18 inches long. Per the statement, its hilt is decorated with bronze plates and notches for easy handling. The tip of the blade is slightly curved ...