Viking Flared Battle Axehead
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8th-11th century AD. A hand-forged iron broard axehead with flared edge, socket D-shaped in plan with lateral spurs. 290 grams, 18.5cm (7 1/4") Property of a London businessman, from his grandfather's collection formed after World War II; thence by descent 1972. Cf. Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940, plate 14.
Condition
Extremely fine condition, conserved. Scarce.
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Viking Flared Battle Axehead
Estimate £1,500 - £2,000
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