13th century, period of the fifth through eighth Crusades which were attempts to capture Jerusalem, but were stopped in Egypt. 7 7/8” length with wedge section blade and forged tang for wood or bone scale grips, now perished. Angled brass grip caps are intact. Excellent profile with the edge intact but a small chip. The edge with no repeated sharpening confirming its use as a weapon. On Plexiglas display stand.
