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The fire steel dates back to at least the [[Viking]]-era, and the major part is a piece of [[steel]], that when struck or rubbed against flint creates sparks. The flint, or striking stone, often becomes grooved from use over time. |
The fire steel dates back to at least the [[Viking]]-era, and the major part is a piece of [[steel]], that when struck or rubbed against flint creates sparks. The flint, or striking stone, often becomes grooved from use over time. |
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Latest revision as of 19:32, 14 May 2006
The fire steel, known heraldically as a furison, is seen on the chain of the order of the chivalric orders, and the flags of Byzantium and Serbia.
The fire steel dates back to at least the Viking-era, and the major part is a piece of steel, that when struck or rubbed against flint creates sparks. The flint, or striking stone, often becomes grooved from use over time.
