The traditional image of Richard the Lion-heart, the second
Plantagenet king of England, has come to us through the centuries, as a
glorious crusader and knight. Captured by the Austrian emperor, he was
later rescued by the young troubadour Blondel who discovers Richard when
singing a famous ballade.
Richard was called Lionheart at the beginning of the Third Crusade
when Philip of France was compared with a lamb and Richard with a lion.
He convinced his officers in Winchester, around the Round Table of
have belonged to king Arthurs legend and having the magic sword
Excalibur.
The traditional image of Richard the Lion-heart, the second
Plantagenet king of England, has come to us through the centuries, as a
glorious crusader and knight. Captured by the Austrian emperor, he was
later rescued by the young troubadour Blondel who discovers Richard when
singing a famous ballade.
Richard was called Lionheart at the beginning of the Third Crusade
when Philip of France was compared with a lamb and Richard with a lion.
He convinced his officers in Winchester, around the Round Table of
have belonged to king Arthurs legend and having the magic sword
Excalibur.
Richard was a generous knight and a wise politician, but above all a
great soldier. His own personal ability was a source of inspiration for
his men in battle
Richard acquired a reputation as a leader and warrior becoming known as Richard The Lion Heart or Coeur de Lion.
High Quality Small Sword of the Exclusive Collection "Historic Small Swords" made by MARTO.
Certificate of Origin and Quality. Made in Toledo, Spain.
- Overall Length: 75 cms - 29 1/2 inches
- Blade: AISI 420 stainless steel - fully tempered to 48-53 Rockwell hardness - etched
- Handle: Zamak with Silver Finish
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