{"title":"Viking Weapons","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"fine-viking-battle-axe-8th-10th-century-3","title":"FINE VIKING BATTLE AXE, 8TH-10TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkillfully forged iron, 6 5\/8” height. Circular socket with the top flared fore and aft for added stability. Elegant bearded bit with a slightly curved back. These were both thrown, as did the Franks, and used in hand for cracking shields. Excavated, probably a water find, and professionally conserved with quite crisp detail. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692048752724,"sku":"B9077","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9077A.png?v=1731438497"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-68","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbout 4 7\/8” (4.90”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg and https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/ for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water, finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity. Fine form.    \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692049211476,"sku":"C1676","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/C1676A.png?v=1731438539"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-67","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9th-11th CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust under 4 3\/8” (4.36”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with elegantly dropped point. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692059140180,"sku":"B9282","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9282B.png?v=1731438776"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-66","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9th-11th CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust over 4 1\/2” (4.52”) total length. Thin elegant wedge section blade for slashing with slightly raised point. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692062908500,"sku":"B9278","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9278B.png?v=1731438817"},{"product_id":"viking-scramseax-c-850-950-ad-2","title":"VIKING SCRAMSEAX C.850-950 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eClassic example. 5 1\/8 (5.11”) total length of swelled form and thin wedge section with dropped point and whittle tang. The surfaces well preserved and good profile with minimal loss. Professionally conserved with fine glossy patina.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692064120916,"sku":"B8969","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8969B.png?v=1731438842"},{"product_id":"viking-scramasax-900-1000-ad","title":"VIKING SCRAMASAX, 900-1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 1\/2\" (5.55”) overall, heavy wedge section with near straight edge and down turned back. Broad tapered tang. About 40% original surface remaining. The balance with oxidation intrusion as expected from a water burial. Fine fighting form. A slashing knife suitable for frontal attack or clandestine throat slashing. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692079030356,"sku":"B9776","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9776B.png?v=1731439087"},{"product_id":"viking-tanged-arrowhead-850-1000-ad-34","title":"VIKING TANGED ARROWHEAD, 850-1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003eWell forged, just over 4 3\/8\" (4.63”) length of flesh-cutting weight intended for war raiding where the opponents would be marginally protected by padded jerkins. The tapered angular point, flat as used for surprise raids on unprotected civilians. Flat one side and low ridged the other. Expanded 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692079161428,"sku":"B9490","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9490A.png?v=1731439097"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-62","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9th-11th CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust under 3 3\/4” (3.74”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with elegantly dropped point. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692081946708,"sku":"B9283","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9283B.png?v=1731439171"},{"product_id":"rare-variation-viking-socketed-arrowhead-9th-10th-century-1","title":"RARE VARIATION VIKING SOCKETED ARROWHEAD, 9TH-10TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003e9th-10th century, probably votive. 4 ¾” length, finely forged with the point flat on one side and well thickened and ridged the other. The base with addorsed pairs of scallops terminated incised radial lines. The only example with such embellishment we have seen. Excavated with the stable surface. The base of the socket chipped\/rusted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692125888596,"sku":"A2234","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/7a67b623-edac-49be-830e-603033f37c96.png?v=1732131413"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-raider-s-tanged-arrowhead-850-1000-ad-10","title":"ANCIENT VIKING RAIDER’S TANGED ARROWHEAD, 850-1000 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOver 3 3\/4” length, finely forged iron with straight cutting edges, thickened point, and angled bottom. Flared bolster with a tapered tang. A war arrow of thick ridged section made to penetrate the padded cloth and leather jerkins of the period. Thus, this arrow was made for the Viking raid upon a prepared and reinforced adversary, which started with a hail of arrows followed by 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.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692126249044,"sku":"A9644","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/A9644A_76333168-17ab-427b-b5a3-6e90d5b39e7e.png?v=1731440244"},{"product_id":"viking-raider-s-socketed-arrowhead-c-850-1050-ad-9","title":"VIKING RAIDER’S SOCKETED ARROWHEAD C.850-1050 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDanelaw England. Finely forged iron just over 3\" length. The point medially ridged both sides, one side higher than the other as typical. (The alternative variant is with one side ridged and the other flat.). The tapered socket with a butted side seam. Surface degraded from burial. The socket base irregular and incomplete. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692126740564,"sku":"B9992","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9992A.png?v=1731440332"},{"product_id":"fine-viking-tanged-arrowhead-c-9th-10th-century-20","title":"FINE VIKING TANGED ARROWHEAD, C.9th-10th CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3 1\/4” length of thick construction intended for war raiding where the opponents would be marginally protected by padded jerkins. Rounded triangular point with a medial ridge on both sides. Cusped bottom over a flared foot and thick tapered tang.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692129984596,"sku":"B7164","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7164A.png?v=1731440673"},{"product_id":"viking-tanged-arrowhead-850-1000-ad-33","title":"VIKING TANGED ARROWHEAD, 850-1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3 1\/4\" length with fine triangular point on conical foot. Tapered tang. Point shows uniform surface texture from burial. Quite crisp throughout and professionally conserved.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692138340436,"sku":"B7163","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7163A.png?v=1731440809"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-55","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOver 5 1\/2” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water, finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692141879380,"sku":"B9273","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9273B.png?v=1731440964"},{"product_id":"rare-viking-battle-axe-for-a-child-9th-11th-century-1","title":"RARE VIKING BATTLE AXE FOR A CHILD 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003e3 5\/8” height with oval eye, expanded top for better purchase. Bearded bit with back nub and single pierced hole. About half size and probably made for a child of about 4 or 5 years of age. Viking boys were trained from very early ages with all weapons and were capable warriors by their early teens. Conserved excavated condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692158918740,"sku":"B7243","price":775.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7243A.png?v=1731441316"},{"product_id":"viking-tanged-arrowhead-850-1000-ad-32","title":"VIKING TANGED ARROWHEAD, 850-1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWell forged, just over 4 7\/8\" length of flesh-cutting weight intended for war raiding where the opponents would be marginally protected by padded jerkins. The tapered angular point, flat as used for surprise raids on unprotected civilians. Flat one side and low ridged the other. Expanded 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692162261076,"sku":"B9489","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B9489A.png?v=1731441451"},{"product_id":"viking-scramasax-8th-9th-century-ad-2","title":"VIKING SCRAMASAX 8TH-9TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEarly example, with form descended directly from the Frankish scramasax. Iron, just under 6 1\/8” length with 4” wedge section blade with straight back and acutely angled point. Straight edge and of particularly section which distinguished these as weapons and not working knives. Designed for slashing, the fighting technique favored by Vikings. As the opponent’s body was largely protected by heavy clothing, the objective was the neck where severing the jugular veins brought near immediate results. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692171993172,"sku":"B8967","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8967B.png?v=1731441834"},{"product_id":"fine-viking-scramasax-850-1000-ad-2","title":"FINE VIKING SCRAMASAX, 850-1000 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eForged iron, 4 1\/8” length. The 2 7\/8” blade with fine form straight back ending with the dramatically clipped point.  Tapered tang for mounting to wood, antler, or bone grip. Cross-section dimensioned for slashing and speed of handling. About as graceful an example as can be found. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692172189780,"sku":"B8975","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8975B.png?v=1731441846"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-fighting-knife-879-1067-ad-1","title":"ANCIENT VIKING FIGHTING KNIFE, 879-1067 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCambridgeshire, England. Just over 6 ¾” (6.81”)” total length with tapered “whittle tang” which identifies these, as they were used without guards. Originally mounted in a wood or antler grip with the tang tip bent to secure the mount. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.)  Elegantly recurved back blade of thin section for slashing, and not thick like a work knife. A slashing weapon, designed for throat-cutting, these were so esteemed by Vikings that it was these, rather than the larger scramseaxes, that were buried with the warriors. Virtually every old town in Cambridgeshire has a recorded Viking history. Ely Abbey was destroyed in 870 by Danish raiders and Huntingdon was a staging place for Danish raids until 917, to mention two. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display mount with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692175695956,"sku":"B7573","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7573B.png?v=1731441973"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-side-knife-or-pouch-knife-879-1067-ad-14","title":"ANCIENT VIKING SIDE KNIFE OR POUCH KNIFE, 879-1067 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCambridgeshire, England. Just over 4 3\/4” (4.83”) total length with tapered “whittle tang” which identifies these, as they were used without guards, mounted in a wood or antler grip. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.)  Blade of a particularly thick section with slightly curved back. A slashing weapon, designed for throat-cutting, these were so esteemed by Vikings that it was these, rather than the larger scramseaxes, that were buried with the warriors. Virtually every old town in Cambridgeshire has a recorded Viking history. Ely Abbey was destroyed in 870 by Danish raiders and Huntingdon was a staging place for Danish raids until 917, to mention two. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display mount.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692202598484,"sku":"B8228","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8228B.png?v=1731442872"},{"product_id":"viking-tanged-arrowhead-850-1000-ad-30","title":"VIKING TANGED ARROWHEAD, 850-1000 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWell forged, over 5 1\/4” length of flesh-cutting weight intended for war raiding where the opponents would be marginally protected by padded jerkins. Leaf shaped point with a low ridged face on one side and the other flat. 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.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692202696788,"sku":"B5742","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B5742B.png?v=1731442880"},{"product_id":"viking-side-knife-or-pouch-knife-879-1067-ad-18","title":"VIKING SIDE KNIFE OR POUCH KNIFE, 879-1067 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCambridgeshire, England. 4 5\/8” (4.66”)\" total length with tapered \"whittle tang\" which identifies these, as they were used without guards, mounted in a wood or antler grip. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Blade of a particularly thick section with a straight back, dropping slightly at the point in the scramseax fashion. A slashing weapon, designed for throat-cutting, these were so esteemed by Vikings that it was these, rather than the larger scramseaxes, that were buried with the warriors. Virtually every old town in Cambridgeshire has a recorded Viking history. Ely Abbey was destroyed in 870 by Danish raiders and Huntingdon was a staging place for Danish raids until 917, to mention two. Exceptional excavated condition and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display mount. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692203712596,"sku":"B8455","price":122.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8455B.png?v=1731442932"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-47","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCambridgshire England. Over 5 1\/4” (5.35”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water, finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692211675220,"sku":"B8225","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8225B.png?v=1731443204"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-46","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOver 4 1\/2” (4.51”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water, finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692213968980,"sku":"B8224","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8224B.png?v=1731443280"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-24","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbout 5 3\/8” (5.33”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692225470548,"sku":"B8222","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8222B.png?v=1731443648"},{"product_id":"viking-fighting-knife-scramseax-c-850-950-ad","title":"VIKING FIGHTING KNIFE SCRAMSEAX C.850-950 AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlso scramasax and scramseax. Iconic form with its Frankish roots evident. 9 1\/4” length with 6 7\/8” wedge section blade with gracefully dropped point. The tapered “whittle” tang rusted as it was embedded in a wood grip which retained cyclical moisture. Classic form. These were side knives for close combat battle used for thrusting and slashing. Throat slashing was a favorite Viking tactic in hand-to-hand fighting as its results were immediate, freeing the warrior to defend against other threats.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692225765460,"sku":"B7464","price":825.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7464B.png?v=1731443657"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-21","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust under 4 1\/8” total length. Thick section for slashing. Straight back with curved edge point. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692228681812,"sku":"B4680","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B4680B_10c01957-045d-40fa-bda2-7c24c3c05856.png?v=1731443729"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-24","title":"ANCIENT VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9th-11th CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust over 4 1\/4” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with distinctive straight back and dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, and rather than the large seax, it was these that were buried with them. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692229894228,"sku":"B8093","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8093B.png?v=1731443772"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-side-knife-or-pouch-knife-879-1067-ad-13","title":"ANCIENT VIKING SIDE KNIFE OR POUCH KNIFE, 879-1067 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCambridgeshire, England. About 4” (3.97”) total length with slightly dropped point in scramasax form and tapered “whittle tang” which identifies these, as they were used without guards, mounted in a wood or antler grip. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.)  Blade of a particularly thick section with a curved back. A slashing weapon, designed for throat-cutting, these were so esteemed by Vikings that it was these, rather than the larger scramseaxes, that were buried with the warriors. Virtually every old town in Cambridgeshire has a recorded Viking history. Ely Abbey was destroyed in 870 by Danish raiders and Huntingdon was a staging place for Danish raids until 917, to mention two. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display mount.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692230123604,"sku":"B8096","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B8096B.png?v=1731443781"},{"product_id":"viking-scramsax-9th-11th-century-ad","title":"VIKING SCRAMSAX, 9TH-11TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlso scramasax and scramseax. Just over 10” total length. Classic form with slightly dropped point and straight back. Tapered tang for mounting to a grip without a guard. This example is distinguished by the thinness of the blade, which confirms that it is not a work knife but a weapon. It is made for the single purpose of delivering a slashing wound. A working knife or multipurpose knife would be minimal, twice this thickness. Professionally conserved excavated condition with excellent profile. On Plexiglas display stand with certificate of authenticity. This is a thousand-year-old Viking throat-slashing weapon.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692231401556,"sku":"B7465","price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7465B.png?v=1731443822"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-43","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbout 5 ½” (5.42”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.  \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692242378836,"sku":"B7442","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7442B.png?v=1731444172"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-42","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOver 5 1\/2” (5.51”)total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water, finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.  \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692242804820,"sku":"B7823","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7823B.png?v=1731444182"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-05","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e5 5\/8” (5.62”)” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692250439764,"sku":"B7703","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7703B.png?v=1731444377"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-40","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOver 6 3\/8” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692251160660,"sku":"B7821","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7821B.png?v=1731444387"},{"product_id":"viking-side-knife-or-pouch-knife-879-1067-ad-12","title":"VIKING SIDE KNIFE OR POUCH KNIFE, 879-1067 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCambridgeshire, England. 4 3\/4” (4.74”)\" total length with tapered \"whittle tang\" which identifies these, as they were used without guards, mounted in a wood or antler grip. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Blade of a particularly thick section with a straight back, dropping slightly at the point in the scramseax fashion. A slashing weapon, designed for throat-cutting, these were so esteemed by Vikings that it was these, rather than the larger scramseaxes, that were buried with the warriors. Virtually every old town in Cambridgeshire has a recorded Viking history. Ely Abbey was destroyed in 870 by Danish raiders and Huntingdon was a staging place for Danish raids until 917, to mention two. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display mount. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692259254356,"sku":"B7550","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7550B.png?v=1731444672"},{"product_id":"fine-viking-scramasax-850-1000-ad-1","title":"FINE VIKING SCRAMASAX, 850-1000 AD.","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eForged iron, 7” length. The 3 1\/2” blade with fine form recurved back ending with the slightly upturned tip.  Long tapered tang for mounting to wood, antler, or bone grip. Cross-section dimensioned for slashing and speed of handling. About as graceful an example as can be found.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692268298324,"sku":"A7883","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/A7883B.png?v=1731444960"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-20","title":"ANCIENT VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9th-11th CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust over 3 1\/8” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly up turned point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water, finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, and rather than the large seax, it was these that were buried with them. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692276195412,"sku":"B7453","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7453B.png?v=1731445246"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-side-knife-or-pouch-knife-879-1067-ad-10","title":"ANCIENT VIKING SIDE KNIFE OR POUCH KNIFE, 879-1067 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCambridgeshire, England. Just under 4 1\/8” total length with tapered “whittle tang” which identifies these, as they were used without guards, mounted in a wood or antler grip. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.)  Blade of a particularly thick section (slightly bent) with a straight back. A slashing weapon, designed for throat-cutting, these were so esteemed by Vikings that it was these, rather than the larger scramseaxes, that were buried with the warriors. Virtually every old town in Cambridgeshire has a recorded Viking history. Ely Abbey was destroyed in 870 by Danish raiders and Huntingdon was a staging place for Danish raids until 917, to mention two. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display mount. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692276588628,"sku":"B7064","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7064B.png?v=1731445254"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-38","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbout 4 7\/8” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692277473364,"sku":"B7537","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7537B.png?v=1731445275"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-18","title":"ANCIENT VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9th-11th CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust over 4 1\/4” (4.28”) total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, and rather than the large seax, it was these that were buried with them. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity. Fine form. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692277735508,"sku":"B7553","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7553B.png?v=1731445293"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-36","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout 4 1\/8” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1702672220989000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw1OfjeoShGUZ-7eAVpvDXzP\" class=\"hoverZoomLink\" title=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/\u003cwbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eleatherworkingreverend.files.\u003cwbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewordpress.com\/2009\/07\/\u003cwbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edsc01382.jpg\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1702672220989000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw3HX4yrDdszTSuZ4kRnBvtk\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-\u003cwbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eglaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-\u003cwbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethe-stone-age\/\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water, finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692277964884,"sku":"B7546","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7546B.png?v=1731445300"},{"product_id":"viking-scramasax-scramsax-9th-11th-century-ad-2","title":"VIKING SCRAMASAX, (SCRAMSAX) 9TH-11TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e9th-11th century AD. Just over 7” length. Classic form with dropped point and near straight back. Tapered tang for mounting to a grip without a guard, the tip bent over as it protruded from the butt of a wood or bone grip, and defining the original length of the weapon. Distinguished by the thinness of the blade, which confirms that it is not a work knife but a weapon. It is made for the single purpose of delivering a slashing wound. A working knife or multipurpose knife would be minimal, twice this thickness. This is a thousand-year-old Viking throat-slashing weapon.  Professionally refurbished with Plexiglas display mount and certificate of authenticity.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692280488020,"sku":"B7050","price":410.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7050B.png?v=1731445400"},{"product_id":"ancient-viking-side-knife-or-pouch-knife-879-1067-ad-6","title":"ANCIENT VIKING SIDE KNIFE OR POUCH KNIFE, 879-1067 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCambridgeshire, England. Just under 5” total length with tapered “whittle tang” which identifies these, as they were used without guards, mounted in a wood or antler grip. (See https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg and https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/ for similar examples with original grips.)  Blade of a particularly thick section (slightly bent) with a straight back. A slashing weapon, designed for throat-cutting, these were so esteemed by Vikings that it was these, rather than the larger scramseaxes, that were buried with the warriors. Virtually every old town in Cambridgeshire has a recorded Viking history. Ely Abbey was destroyed in 870 by Danish raiders and Huntingdon was a staging place for Danish raids until 917, to mention two. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display mount. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692282028116,"sku":"B7461","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7461B.png?v=1731445471"},{"product_id":"fine-viking-scramasax-9th-10th-century-ad-2","title":"FINE VIKING SCRAMASAX 9th-10th CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe classic fighting knife of the Vikings specifically used for throat slashing. This example epitomizes that form with its thin wedge section clipped point blade and whittle tang which was set into a bone, wood or antler grip without a guard. The thickness is specifically intended for human flesh, 0.08\" at the midpoint back, slightly over 1\/16\". A utility knife would be double or more as thick. 9 3\/8\" total length in professionally conserved excavated condition with excellent profile. On Plexiglas display stand with certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692282552404,"sku":"B6848","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B6848B.png?v=1731445499"},{"product_id":"viking-scramasax-scramsax-9th-11th-century-ad-1","title":"VIKING SCRAMASAX, (SCRAMSAX) 9TH-11TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e9th-11th century AD. Just over 6 5\/8” length. Classic form with dropped point and straight back. Tapered tang for mounting to a grip without a guard. This example is distinguished by the thinness of the blade, which confirms that it is not a work knife but a weapon. It is made for the single purpose of delivering a slashing wound. A working knife or multipurpose knife would be minimal, twice this thickness. Professionally conserved excavated condition with excellent profile. On Plexiglas display stand with certificate of authenticity. This is a thousand-year-old Viking throat-slashing weapon.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692284059732,"sku":"B7179","price":355.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7179B.png?v=1731445573"},{"product_id":"viking-pouch-knife-9th-11th-century-32","title":"VIKING POUCH KNIFE, 9TH-11TH CENTURY","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbout 4 1\/8” total length. Wedge section blade for slashing with a slightly dropped point in the scramseax style for thrusting. Whittle tang, to secure it to the wood, bone, or antler grip, now perished. (See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\"\u003ehttps:\/\/leatherworkingreverend.files.wordpress.com\/2009\/07\/dsc01382.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/inhabitat.com\/melting-glaciers-reveal-items-lost-in-the-stone-age\/\u003c\/a\u003e for similar examples with original grips.) Stable oxidation with a good profile, as typical for water finds. These side or pouch knives were among the most treasured possessions for Vikings, rather than the large seax with which they were buried. They likely had spiritual significance to the owner during his life. A fine weapon, suitable for throat slashing as well as organ depth thrusting attacks. Excavated and professionally conserved with Plexiglas display easel and Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692285599828,"sku":"B6853","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B6853B.png?v=1731445752"},{"product_id":"viking-scramasax-c-900-1000-ad","title":"VIKING SCRAMASAX C.900-1000 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJust over 6\" total length with \"whittle tang.\" Iconic form with elegantly shaped clipped point wedge section blade, razor thin for slashing flesh only. Much thinner section than a working knife, and suitable only for cutting flesh. The thinness provided added agility from reduced weight and improved cutting quality. Classic form and designed specifically for knife fighting. Professionally stabilized excavated condition with minimal loss.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692286124116,"sku":"B7053","price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B7053B.png?v=1731445798"},{"product_id":"viking-scramasax-8th-9th-century-ad","title":"VIKING SCRAMASAX, 8TH-9TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eScramasax or scramseax, both spellings used. 7 5\/8” in length, of thin wedge section distinguishing it from a working knife. Curved back with an elegant downturned point. Whittle tang for mounting without a guard in a bone, antler, or wood grip. They are specifically designed for slashing and lethal in trained hands. On Plexiglas display easel with certification of authenticity. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692287270996,"sku":"B6976","price":575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B6976B.png?v=1731445939"},{"product_id":"viking-scramasax-scramsax-9th-11th-century-ad","title":"VIKING SCRAMASAX, (SCRAMSAX) 9TH-11TH CENTURY AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e9th-11th century AD. Just over 9 3\/4” length. Classic form with dropped point and near straight back. Tapered tang for mounting to a grip without a guard. This example is distinguished by the thinness of the blade, which confirms that it is not a work knife but a weapon. It is made for the single purpose of delivering a slashing wound. A working knife or multipurpose knife would be minimal, twice this thickness. This is a thousand-year-old Viking throat-slashing weapon.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692288647252,"sku":"B6830","price":585.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B6830B_a79e92b0-ee14-4fa1-a444-60b7a9bf992e.png?v=1731446084"},{"product_id":"viking-spear-head-850-1050-ad","title":"VIKING SPEAR HEAD 850-1050 AD","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFound in the Baltic hinterland. Just over 7” length. Iron with leaf-shaped point, medially ridged one side and low rounded opposite, and butted seam conical socket. Excavated with heavy texture and excellent profile. Socket with bottom irregular and original wood haft remnants inside.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Viking Hoard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41692288680020,"sku":"B6833","price":625.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/files\/B6833B.png?v=1731446089"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1740\/0148\/collections\/a-rare-viking-sword-10th-century-ad-limited-swords-weapons-product-faganarms_895.png?v=1731621158","url":"https:\/\/vikinghoard.com\/collections\/viking-weapons.oembed?page=9","provider":"Viking Hoard","version":"1.0","type":"link"}