The Legend of Excalibur: Between Myth and History
The most famous sword in the medieval imagination isn't just a weapon, it's a symbol: Excalibur , the legendary sword of King Arthur, has spanned centuries of stories, adaptations, and mysteries. But what lies behind this mythical steel blade? Today, on our blog, we'll tell you the legend... and some interesting facts you might not know.
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What is Excalibur?
Excalibur is the magical sword of King Arthur, the legendary British monarch who, according to myth, united his kingdom and led the resistance against Saxon invaders. There are different versions of its origin, but two are best known:
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The sword in the stone : Only the true king of England could extract it.
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The sword given by the Lady of the Lake : A magical, unbreakable sword that shone with its own light.
Both stories are often conflated, but in some versions, they are different swords!
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5 Curiosities about Excalibur
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Excalibur wasn't always called that.
In early Welsh legends, the sword was known as Caledfwlch , which was later Latinized as Caliburnus , and eventually evolved into "Excalibur". -
One or two swords?
Some texts suggest that the sword in the stone and the Lady of the Lake's sword are distinct. When Arthur breaks the first one in battle, he receives the second one as a magical gift. -
He had supernatural powers
According to various legends, Excalibur shone like the sun, cut through any material, and its sheath was also magical: while he carried it, Arthur could not bleed. -
She was returned to the lake
In Arthurian legend, before dying, Arthur orders the sword to be thrown back into the lake. A mysterious arm emerged from the waters to receive it and disappear with it. -
Excalibur has inspired more than just literature
Movies, video games, books, and even collectible swords (like ours!) have been inspired by this legend. Excalibur is an eternal icon of power, nobility, and destiny.
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