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In Libre ABA,
Aleister Crowley referred to it simply as "The Sword," being as it were The
Sword to which all others might be compared. He it was who gave Mankind the
exact shapes and proportions for the crafting of this Sword, which
description our artisans have followed to the very letter.
 Three massive
Spheres, two defining the depth of the crossguard, one upheld as the pommel,
form an equilateral triangle 7" on a side. Waxing and a waning Crescent
Moons, their backs joined, their paired points held one from the other by
the two Spheres, complete the specifications for the guard. Seen from pommel
or point, the crescents reveal themselves to be in the form of the
Vesica
Piscis and to contain within each, a broad-rayed Sunburst.
 The balance-point of The
Sword is not in any wise like that of other swords, the which will scarcely
surprise the knowledgeable. Indeed, with the three solid Spheres defining
the Triangle of the massive hilt being each fully 1¼" in diametre, it could
not possibly be otherwise. The wielder would do well to note that he should
take the time necessary to become familiar with the heft and balance of The
Sword, for he is unlikely to have previously handled a weapon that is in any
wise like unto it.
 The Sword is in some
venues known as the "Infamous Seven Elements Sword," due to the practice of
having it made out of the seven planetary metals. Crowley wisely described
this conceit as "...a phantasy and affectation." The Sword has in fact a
blade of high-quality carbon stainless steel 24" in length, with a length
overall of 31". The pommel of The Sword is
bronze, likewise the guard also,
but the entire hilt bears a core of copper. The grip is crafted of
natural leather, closely and tightly wrapped in pure copper wire. "Steel is the
metal of Mars, as copper is of Venus . . . The hilt is of Venus, for Love is
the motive of this ruthless analysis . . ."
It is absolutely
necessary that this weapon be shipped unsharpened, though once it is in your
possession you will find that the entire blade will take a keen edge, and
will hold it well. The accompanying sleek and unpretentious
Black Leather Scabbard, with belt
loop, is sufficiently sturdy for the weight of this powerful implement, and
is provided at no additional charge.
Please consult our Price List for
particulars and shipping costs.
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