Late Viking Large Battleaxe with Stand Decorative Objects on a later wooden stand

on a later wooden stand

Era: 2nd - 3rd Century AD

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Era: 19th Century

have later been given birthdates of 1600 and 1603 by the national gallery

Late Viking Large Battleaxe with Stand Decorative Objects on a later wooden standOriginates from: Scandinavia Era: Late 11th Early 12th Century Dimensions: 38 H x 8 W x 12 D Stunning large late Viking battleaxe of incredible scale and presence, circa late 11th early 12th century. Very large battleaxe head for the period and style, featuring wear and use patterning throughout, iron has acquired a harsh yet beautiful patina, designed with a broad blade and flat peen. On a later, but still early wooden haft, with characteristic bend