Viking werpspeerpunt, ca. 41 cm, semi-scherp Riemen Oudheid It has a lacing and

It has a lacing and can therefore adapt to the fit and size of the individual wearer

De rand van de ketelhoed werd aflopender

Helmets like this had a visor with a pivot point at the center of the helmet bowl

2 mm dik koolstofstaal en zijn aan de achterkant voorzien van leren riempjes waarmee ze aan de scheenbeen kunnen worden gezet

The pommel and cross-guard are richly decorated with birds

Viking werpspeerpunt, ca. 41 cm, semi-scherp Riemen Oudheid It has a lacing andThe slender, elongated Norwegian spearheads (9th 11th century Type K according to Petersen mainly found in Sweden) were perfectly suited for throwing. Their shape and weight, combined with the power of the throw, allowed for deep penetration. On the battlefields of the early Middle Ages, Norsemen often carried several javelins which they hurled at the enemy when the distance narrowed. This gave them the freedom to use their swords, axes or heavier