Caladvwlch is an alternative medieval Welsh spelling of Caledfwlch, the name of Arthur’s sword in Culhwch and Olwen.
The variation reflects manuscript orthography rather than a distinct object. The sword is linguistically linked to Irish Caladbolg and represents the Welsh tradition underlying the later Excalibur legend.
The Scabbard of Excalibur, adorned with gold and precious stones, was more than decoration: it magically protected its bearer from losing blood, no matter the wound.
MeaningCuts through iron and steel and wood, Cut steel Alternative NamesCaladbolg, Caladvwlch, Caledfwlch, Calesvol, Caliborne, Calibourne, Caliburn, Caliburnus, Caluburn, Esalabor, Eslabor, Escalibor, Escaliborc, Escaliboume, Eschaliborc, l’Espee del Perron, Estalibore, Excalibar,...
At his coronation, Erec wore a richly decorated robe and held a single-emerald scepter carved with all creatures, gifts that celebrated knowledge, power, and kingly virtue.
Dyrnwyn, the sword of Rhydderch Hael, bursts into flames when wielded by a worthy hero. One of the Thirteen Treasures of Britain, it symbolizes moral virtue as much as martial power.
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