VIKING AGE IRON AXE HEAD

Ca. 900-1100 AD
An iron axe head with a curved blade, a tapered cheek for sturdyness, and a rear socket with a hammer part, making it a versitle piece for both chopping and hammering.
Size: L:140mm / W:190mm ; 505g
Provenance: Private UK collection; formerly acquired on the European art market from pre-2000 collections.
Estimate: GBP 200 - 300