900 Y.O. Crusader Sword Found

[DanF]

From CBS News
Attributed to; RONEN ZVULUN / REUTERS

 

[Richard338]

Very cool. The video on CNN shows the guy holding it. It's pretty big. They plan to clean it and take x-rays.

 

[000Robert]

Very interesting! I can't wait to see it cleaned up.

 

[ErikMB]

How long is it? How long is the handle? I wonder if it is ceremonial, decoration, or for regular use.