FRANKISH SCRAMASAX, 7TH-8TH CENTURY AD - Fagan Arms
FRANKISH SCRAMASAX, 7TH-8TH CENTURY AD - Fagan Arms
FRANKISH SCRAMASAX, 7TH-8TH CENTURY AD - Fagan Arms
Absolutely iconic example of this important type of dagger or short sword! Just under 8 ¾” total length with elegant wedge section blade with fine concave dropped point. Whittle tang for mounting in a bone, wood, or antler grip without a guard. See  https://www.pinterest.com/pin/587227238902862536/ for similar examples in the City of London Museum and particularly the sixth example described as Type IV. Also, see https://www.pinterest.com/pin/265360603018587566/ #24 and 25 for virtually identical examples found in the Thames in London. A cut and thrust weapon in its ultimate form with a thin sharp slashing edge and acutely angled point. Form which embraced by invading Vikings and evolved into one of their iconic weapons. With Plexiglas display easel and certificate of authenticity.
Stock Number: A8632

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