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Bearing swords

Scope note

Swords carried during public ceremonies and rituals to signify the authority of the owner or wearer. They were often carried point up by a body guard or other attendant following the owner, rather than worn by him.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000204571

Broader Terms used

ceremonial swords

Narrower Terms used

eben
udamalore
ada

Term used for

swords, bearing

Equivalent Terms used

bearing sword

Created

13yrs ago

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