viking helmet thore Zwaarden en wapens The original was probably used

The original was probably used for a horse or chariot fitting

This spatha is based on originals that were used by Germanic auxiliae serving in the Roman army between the 2nd and 5th century AD

and on the ring you fasten your personal belongings or accessories

Knights wore chainmail chausses like this one during the High Middle Ages

gorgets were regularly decorated with crosses for example if the wearer was a member of a knighthood

viking helmet thore Zwaarden en wapens The original was probably usedThis Viking helmet is based on historical originals of the spangenhelm, one of the most popular types of helmets in the Early Middle Ages. It is of the nasal helmet type. Helmets like this were used throughout Europe from the 9th century onwards and remained in use at least until shortly after 1066, around the time they are depicted on both Norman and Anglo Saxon warriors in the famous Bayeux Tapestry. Helmets of this type were used by the Vikings as