River Witham Sword Hanwei SH2372

River Witham sword

The River Witham Sword was dredged from the River Witham near the town of Lincoln during work carried out in 1788.

The sword may be a remnant of the Battle of Lincoln in 1141, but it is more likely that it was made between 1250-1300 CE.

The inscription on the blade reads: +NDXOXCHMDRCHDXORVI+.

Made by Hanwei.

River Witham sword features

Forged High-Carbon Blade
Scabbard included
Peened Pommel

Overall: 38 1/4"
Blade Length: 31 1/2"
Handle Length: 6 3/4"
Weight: 3lb 8oz

Functional medieval sword-copy of a true original.