SWORD OF IVANHOE 539 by Marto of Toledo Spain The Ivanhoe Sword by Marto of Toledo Spain commemorates the literary hero of Sir Walter Scott's classic adventure of the same name. The blade is made from tempered steel, with a fuller (blood groove) on each side. The intricately detailed bronze plated hilt features heraldic lions, gryphon, and unicorn on the guard with a green simulated emerald gemstone mounted within the pommel. The grip is wrapped in crossing golden braid. The Ivanhoe Sword by Marto measures 39.5 inches in length overall. A Marto 539 Ivanhoe sword was used in the Highlander TV series, as the sword of Methos.
Read more on Decorative Series Swords MARTO of Toledo Spain The most popular sword maker in the world. All original Marto molds are given the utmost attention so that no detail is neglected. The hilts are cast in molten metal from an original masterfully sculpted piece and are hand finished and polished. The blades are crafted from the finest 440 stainless steel and are fully tempered to 48-53 Rockwell hardness. Marto is also a skilled maker of Suits of Armor, Shields, & Small Collectibles.
The Story of Ivanhoe Certainly the most popular work of Sir Walter Scott, called the Father of the Historical Novel because he set a pattern for this type of fiction that is still followed today.
Among the famous and memorable characters in the book are Ivanhoe, Robin Hood, Friar Tuck, and Rebecca, daughter of Isaac the Jew. Scott took the name of his novel and its hero from the village of Ivinghoe in Buckinghamshire.
In the novel — a captivating tale skillfully blending historic reality, chivalric romance, and high adventure — Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe, a trusted supporter of Richard-the-Lion-Hearted, returns from the Crusades to reclaim the inheritance his father denied him. Rebecca, a vivacious, stunning Jewish woman is defended by Ivanhoe against a charge of witchcraft — but it is beautiful Lady Rowena who is Ivanhoe's true love. The nefarious Prince John plots to usurp England's throne, but two of the most popular heroes in all of English literature, Richard-the-Lion-Hearted and the well-loved famous outlaw, Robin Hood, team up to defeat the Normans and regain the castle.
