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Ceremonial swords

Scope note

Swords that play a part in public state or civic ceremonies or rituals, being variously worn, carried, or presented, as symbols of honor or power.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300037101

Broader Terms used

<ceremonial weapons>

Equivalent Terms used

ceremonial sword

Created

13yrs ago

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