Hefty 9th C. Viking Iron Hoe or Axe Head
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Description
Northern Europe, Scandinavia, Viking or Norse culture, ca. 900 to 1300 CE. A hefty steel blade, possibly an axe or a hoe blade with a slightly flared blade tip and thick socket. The opening indicates the hafting angle for the handle, which suggests this was used like a hoe or for woodworking. In typical Viking fashion, almost any utilitarian tool could be turned into a battle-ready weapon at a moment's notice. Size: 7" L x 2.5" W (17.8 cm x 6.4 cm)
Provenance: ex-Portland, Oregon, USA collection
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#181381
Provenance: ex-Portland, Oregon, 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.
#181381
Condition
Surface pitting and patina throughout as shown. Mineral and earthen encrustations on interior of socket. Some flaking when handled.
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Hefty 9th C. Viking Iron Hoe or Axe Head
Estimate $600 - $900
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Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art
PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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