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LOT 1511
Viking Age Iron Bearded Axehead
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
5 3/8 in. (269 grams, 13.5 cm).
Broad blade with thickened edge, rounded socket with lateral triangular extensions. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx North American collection, 1970s.
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