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Collections > Archaeology > Startforth Sword

Startforth Sword

This sword was discovered in the village of Startforth, close to Barnard Castle. Such a valuable item would have been used to display the wealth and power of its owner.

Place: Startforth

Object Type: sword

Museum Accession Number: 1958.184/ARC.