Viking paarden broche, rechts, brons Pantserhandschoenen en -wanten Although the close helmet looked

Although the close helmet looked very similar to the armet

A style that originated in the Viking settlements of Iceland

maar was hij bedoeld zodat het schild kon in de strijd als wapen kon worden gebruikt

De kelk is gegraveerd met een bloem

weighs approximately 3 kg

Viking paarden broche, rechts, brons Pantserhandschoenen en -wanten Although the close helmet lookedThe horse shaped brooch was discovered along with another mirrored brooch, forming a pair, in the Viking Age grave Bj 854, accompanied by other grave goods. This is an extraordinary find, as these brooches differ from the typical Viking oval brooches. Positioned below the shoulders, one on the left and one on the right, they clearly served the purpose of fastening the dress of the Viking woman buried there. The brooch features an eye inlaid with red