Cawood sword
The Cawood sword is a medieval sword discovered in the River Ouse near Cawood in North Yorkshire in the late 19th century. The blade is of Oakeshott type XII and has inscriptions on both sides. It most likely dates to the early 12th century.
| Cawood sword | |
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The Cawood sword | |
| Period/culture | Medieval |
| Discovered | late 19th century River Ouse, near Cawood, North Yorkshire |
| Present location | Medieval Gallery, Yorkshire Museum, York |
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