The acinaces, also spelled akinakes (
Greek ἀκινάκης) or akinaka (unattested
Old Persian *akīnakah) is a type of
sword or
dagger used by the
Ancient Persians. The design is of
Scythian origin, but was made famous by the Persians, and rapidly spread around the old world (its influence can even be seen in the design of Chinese weapons). The acinaces is typically 14"-18" in length, with two edges, a split-shaped
pommel, and rounded, rectangular or B-shaped
cross-guard which, although deep, does not protrude very far from the blade. Interestingly, the
scabbard as much as anything else defines the acinaces: it usually has a bracket on one side allowing it to hang diagonally from the right hip.
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