Beagnoth Saxophone with Leather Case

Enjoy Beagnoth Saxophone With Leather Case

Beagnoth saxophone with leather case



Reconstruction of a 9th century Anglo-Saxon long saxophone.
The original was found in London's River Thames in 1857 and is now on display at the British Museum .
That is why it is also called Thames scramasax , or Thames sword. The blade is elaborately engraved and has a runic inscription, the first part
Representing the Anglo-Saxon futhorc (= alphabet), the second part of the inscription.
It is beagnoth , probably the name of the bearer or the armorer.



Our replica is very similar in shape and dimensions to the early medieval original. In addition to the inscription described above, the single-edged blade has a continuous, narrow but rather deep groove. The scales of the wooden handle are fixed to the tang by brass rivets and are also held in place by two brass rings. The blade is not sharpened. A sturdy and elegant cowhide scabbard is included in the delivery.




Details:

- Material: carbon steel, cowhide sheath

- Total length: approx. 73.5cm.
- Blade length: approx. 55.5 cm

- Weight: approx. 650 g







Please note:

This item is only sold to those over 18 years of age. Please enter your date of birth in our
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