The sword is among striking objects that have been unearthed from an early medieval cemetery near Canterbury, whose precise location is not being identified as further excavations are planned. Twelve burials have been excavated so far and there are thought to be 200 more, which will take years to explore.
It's really incredible, in the top echelons of swords, an elite object in every way, which is wonderful. It rivals the swords from Dover and from Sutton Hoo.
Buried in the same grave was a gold pendant, inscribed with a serpent or dragon. As such pendants would have been worn by high-status women, it is thought to have been a treasured keepsake from a female relative or ancestor.
All the male graves have weapons such as spears and shields. All the female graves have knives, as well as broaches and buckles, among other objects.
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