SWORD OF RICHARD THE LIONHEART 753 by Marto of Toledo Spain
This Richard the Lionheart Swords is designed in honor of the legendary medieval King of England. This mighty sword features a stunning duo tone hilt that is made of antiqued silver Zamak complemented with gold painted accent features. Winged Dragons protect Richards coat of three lions passant in empossed relief rising from the guards center; while a three dimensional lion's head, with a roaring open mouth and menacing red eyes stands guard within the the sword's highly detailed tea-cozy pommel. The grip is tightly wrapped with alternating dark brown genuine leather straps that align by diamond-flower shaped pewter embellishments.
This sword measure 40 inches overall with a 32 ½ inch unsharpened double edge blade crafted in tempered 440-stainless steel and given a polished mirror finish. The blade of this Richard Lionheart Sword features ornate gold-colored etching depicting a mounted crusader knight, Richard's tri-lion crest and woven Ivy flora patterns that are surrounded by 8 repetitions of the Papal bull "In nomine Domini"(Latin: In the name of the Lord). Each blade bears the Marto stamp of authenticity and Toledo Seal. The sword comes with certificates of Origin and Quality.
MARTO of Toledo Spain The most popular sword maker in the world. All original Marto molds are given the utmost attention so that no detail is neglected. The hilts are cast in molten metal from an original masterfully sculpted piece and are hand finished and polished. The blades are crafted from the finest 440 stainless steel and are fully tempered to 48-53 Rockwell hardness. Marto is also a skilled maker of Suits of Armor, Shields, & Small Collectibles. |
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• Overall Length: 39-1/2"
• Blade Length: 32-1/2"
• Blade Width at Guard: 2-5/16"
• Grip Length: 3-3/4"
• Handle Length: 7-1/8"
• Cross Guard: 7-5/8" across
• Blade Edge: Dual Edge Unsharpened
• Blade Material: 440C Stainless Steel
• Blade: Tempered w/ acid etch
• Point of Balance: 6.5" below guard
• Handle: Silver finish w/gold accents
• Grip: Brown leather braided wrap
• Pommel: Tea-cozy shape w/ Lions
• Sword Weight: 4 lbs 12 oz
Specs may vary slightly from piece to piece.
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Richard The Lionheart
Richard I was a king’s king – a shrewd politician, generous to his people and unfalteringly courageous. He was a king who led his men into battle and with them fought side-by-side against the enemy.
Richard I was well known for his bravery which earned him the nickname "The Lionheart". A name that has reached epic and mythological proportions, best seen in literary works such as Robin Hood and Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe.. |
For such a brave and noble man, King Richard's death came about in a rather strange way. In Chalus, Aquitaine, a peasant plowing his fields came upon a treasure. This treasure consisted of some gold statues and coins. The feudal lord claimed the treasure from his vassal, Richard in turn claimed the treasure from the lord, who refused. This prompted Richard to siege the village.
During the siege Richard was riding close to the castle without the protection of full armor. He spotted an archer with bow in hand on the wall aiming a shot at him. It is said Richard paused to applaud the Bowman. He was struck in the shoulder with the arrow and refused treatment for his wound. Infection set in and Richard the Lionheart died on April the 6th 1199. He was buried in the Fontvraud Abbey in Anjou France.
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