Viking sword Charlemagne with scabbard
The Sword of Joyeuse, now in the Louvre Museum, is one of the most famous swords in history. Historical records link the sword to Charlemagne, King of the Franks. If it really belonged to the famous king who reigned some 1,200 years ago, the Sword of Joyeuse would have been used in countless coronation ceremonies and is linked to ancient myths and legends that attribute magical powers to it. The story begins in 802 A.D. Legend has it that the Sword of Joyeuse, which means joyful in French, was forged by the famous blacksmith Galas and took three years to complete. The sword was said to have magical powers, which were connected to the sword. It is said to have been so bright that it could outshine the sun and blind the enemies of its wearer in battle, and anyone who wielded the legendary sword could not be poisoned. The Emperor Charles the Great, who returned from Spain, is said to have set up camp in the region and acquired the sword.
Data Viking Sword
total length: 98 cm (38.58 in)
Weight of sword: approx. 1700 g (3.75 lbs)
Blade material: stainless steel
Decoration Articles
This sword is a decoration article and not suitable for show fight
General information on the legal guarantee for swords
Like all other goods, our stage combat weapons are covered by the legal guarantee of at least two years. For consumers: if a defect (e.g. a material defect) becomes apparent within the period set by law – at least one year after delivery – it is presumed to have existed at the time of delivery. If a defect only becomes apparent later, it must be proven that it already existed at the time of delivery. By its very nature, a stage combat sword is subject to wear and tear. Even the best and most expensive stage combat sword will become notched after heavy use, and the cross-guard may become wobbly and the grip loose. This is normal, as strong forces act on the material. In rare cases a blade may even break if it has already been weakened by many deep notches. Such signs of wear resulting from use are generally not a defect. A used stage combat sword will show signs of use.
