Wasn't it found with a bunch of other weapons? That makes it seem like part of a real warrior's kit, not just a show piece. The fancy work could just mean it was for someone really important.

Actually Instagram uses an algorithm too, so it's not a perfect example of organic results.

Yeah I used to think rounding was just for looks, like an old library book thing. Then I made a notebook with a flat spine and the whole thing felt wrong, pages just wouldn't sit right. Seeing it fail in person is what finally got me to slow down and do it right every time.