viking mask amulet gotland Mains gauches 6 mm thick mild steel

6 mm thick mild steel rings with an inner diameter of 8 mm

The “beard” — the downward-extending part of the blade — provided a larger cutting surface without increasing the weight of the axe

Headdresses of this kind were worn during the Renaissance by wealthy ladies from England

Whilst a surcoat was not worn

and the visor and bevor from 1

viking mask amulet gotland Mains gauches 6 mm thick mild steelThis semi enameled Viking jewel is a replica of an amulet excavated in Gotland. The original dates from the 9th 10th century AD and was excavated at Flhagen, Gotland in 1866. It was part of the Flhagen treasure that contained approx. 4 kg of silver (when cut up in pieces was used for paying). This amulet measures 4 x 2,2 cm and is delivered including a leather strap. It is made of silvered bronze.