Spanish Sword - The Sword Is A Purely Army Weapon, And This Has Made It Symbolic Of Warfare Or Naked State Power In Many Cultures. The Names Given To Many Swords In Mythology, Literature, And History Reflect The High Prestige Of The Weapon. Swords Can Fall Into Categories Of Varying Scope. The Main Distinguishing Characteristics Include Blade Shape (cross-section, Taper, And Length), Shape And Size Of Hilt And Pommel, Age, And Place Of Origin Photo