Sword Hangers


Jamestown Rediscovery

Sword Hangers

Swords were suspended in a series of straps called a hanger, which hung from the sword belt by a series of buckles and hooks. One hundred and nine sword hangers have been excavated from the fort so far. This sword hanger was found in Pit 1.






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