Sword pommel

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This bronze sword pommel was found at Culbin in Moray. It was used sometime between 600 and 800 AD.

Although somewhat similar to Anglo-Saxon and Continental pommels, this example is without exact parallel and is probably Pictish. It is decorated with interlace ornament.

Warfare was a regular part of life in the first millennium. Pictish weapons are depicted on sculptured stones, some of which show large battle scenes. Weapons such as swords were not only practical, but also a way of showing status.

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• Online ID: 000-100-103-273-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.1997.245
• Date: 600 - 800 AD
  Between 600 and 800
  
• Material: Pommel, sword
  
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• What: Pommel, sword
  
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• Where: Scotland, Moray, Dyke and Moy, Culbin Sands
  
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• Description: Bronze sword pommel from Culbin, Moray, 600 - 800 AD
  
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