I believe the increasing popularity of pirate collectibles is largely due to hit movie series ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’, and Johnny Depp’s character, Captain Jack Sparrow. These movies have sparked a demand for pirate replicas of all kinds.
Replica pirate flags are popular, as are pirate apparel such as coats, pirate hats and general ‘pirate type’ clothing that is based upon real clothing known to be worn by pirates of the period. All of these reproduction articles are great for holding ‘pirate evenings’ on the beach or barbecues. You can even purchase replica guns of the types described above.
These are true replicas based upon actual weapons belonging to known pirates. Famous pirates include Henry Morgan and L’Ollonaise. However, these pirates were not the swashbuckling heroes of ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ that you see on the big screen. For instance, one well-known pirate punishment that is myth is ‘walking the plank’. This is a practice invented by novelists and there are no known records of this happening. You will not find planks among the pirate collectibles available online or anywhere else!
Replica pirate cutlass, scabbard, or collectible pirate costume can be found at Historical Weapons Store. Also learn more about the history of pirates within our Articles Directory.
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