late classical germanic bracelet Plaatpantser 53 cm long

53 cm long

The piece measures 20 x 20 cm and weighs 0

Axes like this remained in use well into the 12th century and were used as sparth axes by the Gaelic peoples of the Irish Sea region during the Middle Ages

6 mm thick mild steel rings with an inner diameter of 8 mm

late classical germanic bracelet Plaatpantser 53 cm longBracelets like this were worn by Germanic chieftains since the 4th century AD. Bracelets like this were a symbol of status within the Germanic tribe. These bracelets were originally made of massive gold. A 5th century original has been excavated in the Belgian town of Doornik in the grave of the French king Childeric. This bracelet measures 7 x 5 cm and is 0,8 cm thick. It is completely hand beaten, every item has its own pattern. It has an inner