Sword of Saints Cosmas and Damian
- Sword of Saints Cosmas and Damian
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The sword in its scabbard
The Sword of Saints Cosmas and Damian, also known as the Sword of Essen, is a ceremonial weapon in Essen Abbey. It was a gift from Otto III, Holy Roman Emperor to the convent in Essen in 993 AD and symbolises the martyrdom of Saints Cosmas and Damian, the patron saints of that city.
The blade is 93.6 cm long. It features gold filigree though not much of this remains, along with precious stones and decorative enamel plates.[1] The scabbard is lined with beechwood and covered in embossed gold plates, some of which have at some time been restored, that depict spirals, foliage and animals.[1] The locket mounts show images of Saints Cosmas and Damian, along with the Latin inscription: GLADIVS, CVM QVO DECOLLATI FVERVNT NOSTRI PATRONI[1] (the sword, with which our patrons were beheaded).
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