The axe has a flexible fibre glass core with a layer of durable foam
The total length is 49 cm
likely played a significant role in the cultural exchange between Scandinavia and Eastern Europe
the French cavalry in Napoleon's army still wore armor – medieval-style chest and back plates – with mixed success
This embroidery gives the coat a distinctive identity and showcases the impressive craftsmanship of the Viking era
Angelsaksische fibula, Galloway-schat, verzilverd brons Wapenonderdelen en accessoires The axe has a flexibleThis one fibula is based on a 10th century Viking Age robe pin, part of the famous Galloway hoard, one of the richest treasure finds ever made in Britain or Ireland. The hoard was only rediscovered in south west Scotland in 2014 and contained, among other things, heeled silver, silver bracelets with runes and masterfully crafted Anglo Saxon silver fibula's. Performed in silvered bronze, with a diameter of 6. 2 cm, 5 mm smaller than the original. The