VIKING TANGED ARROWHEAD, 850-1000 AD

Finely forged of iconic form, over 4 3/4” (4.80”) length of heavy weight intended for war raiding. Where the opponents were prepared with thickened cloth, leather and mail protection. Leaf shaped point with thickened medial both sides. Spread foot base to seat in the shaft and tapered tang. This arrow was made for the classic Viking raid which started with the savage slaughter of anyone encountered until the remaining victims ceased resisting and capitulated to their demands which included seizing anything of value and often, enslaving those fit for the market or their own use. Form as found in the glacial melt in Norway. Superior form and preservation.