Kopis, Machaira, Falcata Greek combat sword of a Hoplite at the times of Alexander the Great Dating: 400 - 300 BC Culture: Greece Total length: 640 mm Blade width: max. 65 mm, one-bladed with creases on one side on the blade and notch of a X on both sides of the hinge Material: iron Handle with ball knob (rare) The knob was probably used to hit next to do strokes in close combat. Condition: restored. Restoration: annealing and mechanical uncoated treatment The sword stems form an old German collection 1980. The Kopis was used by the cavalry (in order to hit fleeing opponents to hit them with a targeted strike) and infantrymen (as additional close combat weapon of Hoplites and Phalangites). The Kopis was spread by early Greek colonists and Alexander. Many folks fighting against Greek armies, like the Persians, Romans or Indians, took them over. It was also known among the Carthaginian and Lusitanian people, but it is usually called Falcata in this context. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than 2 days.