Bidspirit auction | Viking Forged Iron Dane Axe

Viking Forged Iron Dane Axe Head, 8th - 10th C. - Forged iron Viking Dane battle axe head, cataloged as 8th to 10th century, with broad flaring crescentic blade, curved lower edge, and shaped rear projection. The socket area is formed with rounded scroll like projections, giving the axe head a distinctive early medieval profile. From the Collection of Robert Ekenstierna, Cold Spring Harbor, New York. Reference noted by consignor to Jan Petersen, De Norske Vikingesverd, and other Viking arms literature. Measurements 7”W 5.5”L Materials: Forged Iron ex. Collection of Robert Ekenstierna, Cold Spring Harbor, New York. For similar examples reference Jan Petersen, De Norske Vikingesverd Condition: Oxidation, pitting, and surface wear throughout, consistent with age and burial or long term exposure. Losses and irregularity to the edges, with encrustation and corrosion visible overall. Stable presentation.