viking belt tongue gotland 9th 10th century bronze Dolken - klotendolken - rondels medieval enthusiasts

medieval enthusiasts

It was found in Vårby in Sweden and is now part of the collection of the Statens Historiska Museet in Stockholm

It is striking because of the detailed craftsmanship and the gold decoration on the hilt

It weighs 40 g

viking belt tongue gotland 9th 10th century bronze Dolken - klotendolken - rondels medieval enthusiastsThis oar tongue is a detailed replica of a find from the Swedish island of Gotland from the Viking Age, dating between the 9th and 10th centuries. Belt tongues of this type were common on Gotland, but were rather uncommon on the Scandinavian mainland. They were attached to the end of a leather belt, for reinforcement and decoration. An authentic accessory for those who want to portray the Viking Age, suitable for belts.