Viking Age Bronze Knife Handle
9th-10th century A.D. Composed of a tubular bronze handle with engraved interlaced geometric design. Cf. Sedov, B.B., Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, pl.XII, item 11. 59.4 grams, 10 cm (4 in.).

From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.

A similar knife can be seen in a female grave from Tuukkala, Mikkeli, Finland, still with its blade and housed in a magnificent bronze openwork scabbard. Knives were used by men and women in many different ways, including for war. [No Reserve] For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price