This detail shows the hilt and part of the blade of a steel and iron claymore. The claymore dates from the 16th century.
Two-handed sword with depressed quillons, quatrefoil terminals and blade inscribed "Porta Pale", 16th century
A claymore is a type of two-handed sword used by the Highlanders. Two-handed swords were popular throughout Europe in the 16th century.
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