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This elegant sword is inspired by the weapon attributed to Emperor Maximilian I of Habsburg (1459-1519), ruler of the Holy Roman Empire and a major figure of the Renaissance. A great strategist and reformer of military art, Maximilian notably took part in the Battle of Guinegate, in present-day Pas-de-Calais, where his troops won a decisive victory in 1479. Considered one of the last great knights of Europe, he helped shape the chivalric ideal that left a lasting mark on Western imagination.
A Sword Symbolizing Authority and Justice
Since the Middle Ages, the sword has been a symbol of legitimate power, justice, and responsibility. It also embodies courage, self-control, and the ability to act with discernment. In high magic, it serves as an instrument of authority intended to direct the practitioner’s will, to draw protective circles, seals, and ritual figures. Inspired by a prestigious historical model, this sword will naturally find its place on an altar, in a collection, or during ceremonial magic operations.
A Reproduction with Careful Finishing
This sword features a handle combining bone and solid brass, offering an authentic look true to late 15th-century weapons. Its carbon steel blade has a double edge that is unsharpened, in keeping with its decorative and ritual purpose. It comes with a leather sheath for storage, transport, and display, making this reproduction a piece as elegant as it is functional.
