75, 235.] [Footnote 826: _Ibid._, p.

76.] The story of the sword spread far and wide and was elaborated by many a curious fable.

It was said to be the sword of the great Charles Martel, long buried and forgotten.

Many believed it had belonged to Alexander and the knights of those ancient days.

Every one thought well of it and esteemed it likely to bring good fortune.