According to Live Science , German archaeologists recently unearthed a bronze sword inside a tomb dating back to the late 14th century BC.
The bronze sword is still in good condition with a shiny blade and a green hilt, considering it has been in the tomb for over 3,000 years.
3,000-year-old bronze sword found inside an ancient tomb in Germany. (Photo: Live Science)
The location of the sword was found in the town of Nördlingen in Bavaria (Germany). The grave where the sword was found may belong to a family as inside there are the remains of a man, woman and child.
According to Live Science, the discovery of Bronze Age weapons in Bavaria is quite rare. Most of the ancient tombs in this area have been robbed many times.
According to archaeologists, the fact that the sword was buried under a thick layer of mud may be the reason why it is still as good as new. The sword is also elaborately crafted with many typical patterns of the Bronze Age.
The hilt of the sword is almost intact after more than 3,000 years underground. (Photo: Live Science)
Experts say that only skilled blacksmiths could have created the octagonal bronze swords. The handles were cast onto the blades using a technique known as overlay casting. However, the blades do not have any visible cuts or signs of wear, so it was only a ceremonial sword or a symbol of its owner's status.
However, this sword is still considered a dangerous weapon in close combat.
From archaeological evidence, there were only two bronze sword production areas in Germany, one in southern Germany, the other in northern Germany and Denmark.
Tra Khanh (Source: Live Science)
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