FORGED FOR A HERO AND A KING -
ARGO the SWORD OF JASON. No single legend of Greek Mythology
has endured the annals of time like the heroic tales of
Jason and his Argonauts and their quest for the Golden
Fleece.
The story follows Jason, a young man who
is the rightful King of Thessaly, who was raised in exile
by a usurper. To regain his kingdom, the gods of Olympus
send him on a voyage to the actual edge of the Earth to
bring back the legendary Golden Fleece.
This sword commemorates this journey
and the high adventure which it entailed. The
Argo sword takes its name from the study ship which carried
Jason and his men on their heroic quest. Translated, Argo
means "the long vessel". Many historians believe,
as they read through the ancient writings, that this ship
was between 22 to 25 meters in length and supported a
fifty-man crew. She was built near Pelion Mount and set
sail possibly from Pagassas.
Researching through various historical documents,
the makers designed the Argo directly from the Greek swords
of this time period. Its leaf-shaped blade and short imposing
stature, was a standard design used by the majority of
Greek armorers.
Many of the perils and rewards which Jason
and his crew encountered have been beautifully captured
on this striking sword. The cross guard is a branch of
a tree, on which hangs the ultimate prize, the skull and
hide of the Golden Fleece. The pommel is the trident of
Triton, Lord of the Deep. It was he who allowed Jason's
ship to safely traverse the deadly clashing cliffs. This
kingly blade would have most likely been presented to
Jason upon his triumphant return. Now this sword can be
yours to possess through time memoriam.
