Detail of a claymore

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This detail shows the hilt and part of the blade of a steel and iron single-handed sword of claymore type. The sword dates from the 15th century.

Single-handed sword of claymore type, 15th century

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• Online ID: 000-100-102-887-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  Q.L.1907.1
• Date: 15th century
  
• Material: Claymore
  
• Dimensions: 970 mm L x 210 mm max W x 20 mm max D
  
• What: Claymore
  
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  • Keay, J. & J. (eds). Collins Encyclopaedia of Scotland. London: HarperCollins, 1994, p 165. 
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