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LOT 1379

Viking Age Iron Bearded Axe-Hammer

CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.

5 7/8 in. (310 grams, 15 cm).

With a curved blade and swept chin, narrow neck, flanged socket and hammer extension to the rear with domed head. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex North American collection, 1970s-1990s.

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LOT 1379

Viking Age Iron Bearded Axe-Hammer

Sold for (Inc. bp): £338

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