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Tizona is the name of the sword carried by Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, El Cid, which was used to fight the Moors in Spain according to the Cantar de Mio Cid. The name Tizón translates to burning stick, firebrand. A sword identified with Tizona is on display at the Museo de Burgos, in Burgos. The Tizona, or Tizón, is one of the swords (together with La Colada) attributed to El Cid in Spanish literature. According to the Cantar de Mio Cid, El Cid won the sword from its previous owner, King Yucef in Valencia. Afterward, it was gifted by El Cid to his sons-in-law, the Infantes de Carrión but eventually returned into the possession of El Cid.
Additional Info
Additional Info
| Brand | Marto |
|---|---|
| Product Use | Display |
| Edge | Blunt |
| Specification | Total length: 100 cm Blade: Stainless Steel Edge: Blunt Scabbard: No All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece. |
