viking bearded axehad thingevellir sharp 19 cm Plaatpantser The cuirass consists of nine

The cuirass consists of nine steel plates

The weapon was designed for stabbing and slashing in close combat

Cloaks of this type were worn during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance

it may be fastened with a cotton lace

and the secret was then worn as protection

viking bearded axehad thingevellir sharp 19 cm Plaatpantser The cuirass consists of nineThis type of axe head is classified as Petersen Type B. The blade features a characteristic beard shape, with a protruding beard. Axes of this type are often found in contexts related to warfare. They were produced between approximately 800 and 900 AD, though some may date back as early as the 7th century. The beard the downward extension of the blade provided a larger cutting surface without increasing the weight of the axe. This design allowed the