Viking Bearded Axe with Polygon Hammer Head
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Description
11th-12 century AD. A hand-forged iron axehead with square chin to the blade, lozenge plaques to the socket, rear polygon hammer-head; mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, plate LII, item 13. 880 grams total, 13.3cm (5 1/4"). From the family collection of a London gentleman; formed in the late 1940s-1950s; thence by descent.
Condition
Very fine condition, professionally cleaned and conserved. Rare.
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Viking Bearded Axe with Polygon Hammer Head
Estimate £300 - £400
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