tortoise brooch akershus silver plated Helmen Oudheid The development of greaves coincided

The development of greaves coincided with the emergence of the shorter heater shield or knight’s shield

The blade is partially hollowed out on both sides to reduce weight

It is a beautiful work of art as home decoration

This fine bokken is suitable for intensive use

tortoise brooch akershus silver plated Helmen Oudheid The development of greaves coincidedThis tortoise brooch is a replica of a Viking find from Akershus in Norway and belongs to the Petersen type P42. This type of oval braced fibula was mainly worn in the second half of the 9th century and is decorated with open ornamental work in the characteristic Borre style. Tortoise brooches were worn in pairs on the shoulder straps of the Viking dress and served as both a fastener and a status symbol. This version is from silvered bronze and