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Rapier blade

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From Midlothian

Postcard of Rapier blade.
000-100-034-376-C
© National Museums Scotland

Rapier blade

This bronze rapier blade was found in Midlothian. It dates from between 1300 and 1100 BC.

The long slender blade has a midrib and the butt has two rivet holes, with one large rivet surviving.

Warriors had a major social role in their society and displayed their status through fancy weapons. Some rapiers may only ever have been intended for use as prestige or ceremonial weapons rather than for actual combat.


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Online ID: 000-100-034-376-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.DJ 26
Date: Between 1300 and 1100 BC
Middle Bronze Age
Material: Bronze; rapier-shaped; with one large rivet
Dimensions: 18.75" L
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Subject:
Who: Duns Collection
Where: Scotland, Midlothian
Event:
Description: Middle Bronze Age rapier blade from Midlothian
References:
  • Coles, J.M. 'Scottish Middle Bronze Age Metalwork'. Proceedings of the Society of Antiquities of Scotland, 97 (1963-64), p 146 
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