Viking Iron Axe Head
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**First Time At Auction**
Northern Europe, Viking or Norse culture, ca. 800 to 1100 CE. A fine forged iron axe head of a lengthy form. The axe is defined by an ovoid socketing shaft with a protruding lower rim, a thick, tapering neck, and a vertical blade that flares slightly at the tips. Axes like this example may appear well-suited for hand-to-hand combat or for throwing into a field of incoming adversaries, however the simplicity of the design suggests it was used for more utilitarian purposes. Size: 9" L x 2" W x 2.375" H (22.9 cm x 5.1 cm x 6 cm); 3.1" H (7.9 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: ex-Sedona, Arizona, USA collection
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#149575
**First Time At Auction**
Northern Europe, Viking or Norse culture, ca. 800 to 1100 CE. A fine forged iron axe head of a lengthy form. The axe is defined by an ovoid socketing shaft with a protruding lower rim, a thick, tapering neck, and a vertical blade that flares slightly at the tips. Axes like this example may appear well-suited for hand-to-hand combat or for throwing into a field of incoming adversaries, however the simplicity of the design suggests it was used for more utilitarian purposes. Size: 9" L x 2" W x 2.375" H (22.9 cm x 5.1 cm x 6 cm); 3.1" H (7.9 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: ex-Sedona, Arizona, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#149575
Condition
Slight bending to overall form, minor nicks to blade and body, with light pitting, and encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits and great patina throughout.
“To eliminate hunger in Boulder and Broomfield Counties through engagement, collaboration, and leadership…”
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“To eliminate hunger in Boulder and Broomfield Counties through engagement, collaboration, and leadership…”
Community Food Share is a Feeding America food bank serving those in need with access to fresh, nutritious food and nutrition education, with a special emphasis on children, seniors, and other populations of greatest need.
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Viking Iron Axe Head
Estimate $450 - $650
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