Geoffrey of Monmouth Tradition

A spear of King Arthur in Welsh tradition.

Nennius’s Historia Brittonum (c. 830) preserves the earliest account of Arthur’s Twelve Battles, portraying him as dux bellorum and linking him for the first time to the victory at Mount Badon.

Arthur’s battles, from the early traditions of Badon to the imperial wars of Geoffrey of Monmouth, trace the rise and fall of Britain’s legendary war leader.

Goswhit was King Arthur's helmet, made of steel bound with gold and adorned with gems. Originally belonging to Uther, Arthur wore it at the battle against the Saxons at Bath.

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.

Excalibur is the sword of kings — born in Avalon, borne by Arthur, and returned at last to the Lady of the Lake. More than a weapon, it is the sign of divine rule, the boundary between mortal and Otherworld, and the enduring symbol of Britain’s once and future king.

Merlin gave Arthur the Dragon Banner for his battles against the rebel kings. Sometimes carried by Merlin, sometimes by Sir Kay, the banner symbolized royal authority and, on rare occasions, even displayed magical effects.

Crocea Mors, "Yellow Death," is King Pellinore's sword, famed for its golden hilt and its connection to his tireless pursuit of the Questin Beast.