This sword was found in the 19th century together with two others in the banks of Fyris River in Uppsala, Sweden. It was probably forged in the first half of the 13th century. It is a small, light sword which is very easy to wield. The pommel is octagonal. The fuller has inscriptions in gold inlay on both sides.
Statistics and measurements
Overall length: 895 mm (35.2")
Blade length: 740 mm (29.1")
Blade width at the base: 51 mm (2")
Blade thickness: 5.5 mm (0.2") at the base, 3 mm (0.1") 100 mm from the point
Fuller length: c. 570 mm (22.4"), width 12 mm (0.5")
Pommel height: 35 mm (1.4"), width: 40 mm (1.6")
Handle to pommel length: 110 mm (4.3")
Width of guard: 140 mm (5.5")
Point of Balance: 135 mm (5.3") in front of the cross
Weight: 890 grams (c. 2 lbs)
