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Claymore

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From the Highlands

Postcard of Claymore.
000-100-002-243-C
© National Museums Scotland

Claymore

This claymore, a two-handed Highland sword, dates from the early 16th century. The blade is made of steel. The claymore is pictured here with its leather scabbard.

On both sides of the blade are the letters 'IHS' - the first three letters of the name 'Jesus' in Latin, and a common Christian emblem. The grip is a modern restoration made of wood. The original would have been covered in leather.

The claymore (from the Gaelic for 'great sword') is a characteristic Highland weapon. Two-handed swords were used throughout Europe, but this style of hilt was only used by Highlanders.


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Online ID: 000-100-002-243-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.LA 89
Date: 16th century
Early 16th century
Material: Inscription: On both sides of blade: IHS
Dimensions: 1371 mm L
What: Claymore / scabbard
Subject: Swords (NMAS Classification)
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Description: Claymore with IHS on both sides of blade, and scabbard
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