Alex Carson
Did you know that a sword buried upright in Valencia, Spain, has been nicknamed “Excalibur” and is dated to be over 1,000 years old? Did you know it is the only Islamic-era sword ever discovered in the city?
▬Contents of this video▬
00:00 – Intro
00:38 – A Sword Emerges from the Ground
06:02 – A Window into 10th-Century Valencia
08:11 – Outro
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This video dives deep into the incredible discovery of a sword unearthed in 1994 in the historic heart of Valencia and newly dated to the 10th century. Found upright in the ground, the weapon drew immediate comparisons to King Arthur’s legendary blade, leading archaeologists to nickname it “Excalibur.” Through detailed analysis, researchers have identified the sword as a rare artifact from the Islamic period of Al-Andalus, when Valencia—then called Balansiya—was under the rule of the Umayyad Caliphate. Measuring about 18 inches long with a bronze-plated hilt and a slightly curved blade, the weapon offers a fascinating glimpse into the city’s multicultural past and the skilled craftsmanship of its time.
We also explore similar discoveries across Europe, including the Bosnian “Excalibur,” and the broader significance of swords found in unusual contexts. This remarkable find not only illuminates Valencia’s rich history but also invites us to consider how legend and archaeology intertwine to shape our understanding of the past.
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