Oslo Viking Sword - with scabbard and belt
10th - 11th Century A.D.
Various examples found in the Oslo Museum, Norway
The Vikings raided and colonized wide areas of Europe from the 9th to the 11th century and whose disruptive influence profoundly affected European history. These pagan Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish warriors were probably prompted to undertake their raids by a combination of factors such as overpopulation.
Specifications
Total length: 37"
Blade length: 31"
Blade width at base: 2"
Weight: 3 lbs. 4 oz.
