Deens vikingbijlblad, type M, semi-scherp Sieraden oudheid many chieftains who opposed the

many chieftains who opposed the new centralized rule—with its taxes and royal authority—were exiled to Iceland

This bone jewel is completely handmade

This belt is made after a 10th century original

it was clearly designed primarily for stabbing from horseback and supposedly could reach the reach of a lance when held full arm

Many early medieval peoples — including the Vikings

Deens vikingbijlblad, type M, semi-scherp Sieraden oudheid many chieftains who opposed theThis axe head is a replica of a 10th century example found in England. Axes like this were used by both Norwegian and Danish Vikings and continued to be used on the British Isles well beyond the early medieval period. Today, the original is part of the Royal Armouries collection in Leeds. This type of axe head is classified as Petersen Type M, better known as the famous Daneaxe. The blade features a wide, thinly forged, wedge shaped cutting edge,