viking sword odin Middeleeuwse schoenen and similar weapons

and similar weapons

to date there is no archaeological evidence of this specific weapon

the gorget is equipped at the sides with leather straps to which other harness parts can be attached

Also known as Hedeby

was popular in the late Viking era (11th century)

viking sword odin Middeleeuwse schoenen and similar weaponsThe sword is a replica of the Snartemo sword, excavated in Norway. The original was buried as a grave gift in 550 AD with a Germanic chieftain. When archaeologists discovered the sword, it had been placed upon a bear hide, suggesting that the owner may have been a berserker. Alongside the sword, Roman glassware and other weapons were found within the grave. All evidence indicates that the owner of this sword was likely a Germanic chieftain or king.