Bidspirit auction | Viking Iron Scramasax Knife, 8th

Viking Iron Scramasax Knife, 8th - 10th C. - Northern Europe, Viking Age, 8th to 10th century. Forged iron scramasax knife, with a long tapering blade, narrow tang, and heavily oxidized archaeological surface. The form relates to Viking Age single-edged utility and fighting knives, with reference noted to De Norske Vikingesverd by Jan Petersen and other related Viking weapon studies. Measurements 14” Materials: Forged iron. Ex. Giustino Collection, Ex. Collection of Robert Ekenstierna, Cold Spring Harbor, New York.For similar items reference De Norske Vikingesverd by Jan Petersen. Condition: Archaeological condition, with extensive oxidation, encrustation, pitting, surface losses, and corrosion throughout. Grip or organic handle elements are absent. Stable overall, with age related losses and wear consistent with excavated iron.