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Braddan Churchyard
Archaeology
Viking sword.
A Viking sword was found whilst gravedigging in Old Kirk Braddan churchyard in 1867. The find consisted of the upper part of the sword blade, both pommel and guard were missing.
The presence of the sword is taken to imply the existence of a Viking Age burial accompanied by gravegoods.
The object is in the Manx National Heritage collections, accession no. 1954-0458.
Connections
Book Chapters
- Grid Ref: SC3641076825
Sources
- Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record