A claymore (/ ˈkleɪmɔːr /; from Scottish Gaelic: claidheamh - mòr, "great sword") [1] is either the Scottish variant of the late medieval two-handed sword or the Scottish variant of the basket …

2021年2月7日 · Irish mythology, the most well-preserved form of Celtic mythology, is brimming with swords, spears, shields, and other weapons that have served Irish heroes and gods (and …

2023年11月30日 · These swords, often referred to as 'Irish swords' or 'gaelic swords', were more than mere tools for battle; they were embodiments of the warrior's spirit. The earliest records …

The Great Sword (Claideamh Mòr) or claymore was a two-handed sword favored by both Scottish Highlanders and the Gallowglass in Ireland. During the Late Middle Ages and Renaissance …

2023年10月21日 · Let’s explore the history of Celtic swords, their metallurgy, characteristics, and usage. Celtic swords emerged from the late Hallstatt period (around 800 to 450 BCE) to the La …

2021年10月13日 · The term “claymore” is an Anglicization of the Scottish Gaelic word claidheamh-mòr, which means “great sword.” The Scottish claymore dates back to 1350. It …

Sword.—The Irish were fond of adorning their swords elaborately. Those who could afford it had the hilt ornamented with gold and gems. But the most common practice was to set the hilts …

2024年9月17日 · Discover all the Irish Sword types throughout history. Explore designs that contributed to the open ring-pommeled Irish Sword we know today.

2024年8月5日 · The term claymore originates from the Scottish Gaelic claidheamh mòr, meaning great sword. It specifically refers to the two-handed sword historically used in Scotland, …

Scottish Claymore, National Museum of Scotland. The two-handed highland Claymore, or “claidheamh mor” in Scottish Gaelic, was one of the final developments of the distinctive …