Viking Fluted Socketed Spearhead 9th-10th Centur
Massive Viking Fluted Socketed Spearhead, 9th-10th century AD. A substantial hand-forged iron spearhead comprising a narrow leaf-shaped blade, lozengiform in section and with stepped ridges to both faces, thick neck developing to an octagonal-section tapering socket with round fixing hole. 795 grams, 38cm (15"). Very fine condition, professionally cleaned, restored and conserved.
Massive Viking Fluted Socketed Spearhead, 9th-10th century AD. A substantial hand-forged iron spearhead comprising a narrow leaf-shaped blade, lozengiform in section and with stepped ridges to both faces, thick neck developing to an octagonal-section tapering socket with round fixing hole. 795 grams, 38cm (15"). Very fine condition, professionally cleaned, restored and conserved.