16th century rapier Messen This belt is a replica

This belt is a replica based on fragments of an original found in the Viking town of Birka

The back of the shield has several straps

This Viking jewel is a replica of a 9th-10th century original excavated in a ladies grave in Uppland

She was the last pharaoh of Egypt and after her reign an important chapter of Egyptian history was closed

each featuring a leather cord and horn button closure

16th century rapier Messen This belt is a replicaIn the Renaissance the sword became more and more a second weapon beside the gun or the pistol. The blades became slimmer, a hilt became more usual than a cross guard and the point was sharper for good stabbing. The ricasso, an unpolished part of the blade, became more popular and was often used. One of the most well known Renaissance swords was the rapier, which was mainly used as a duel and fashion sword. This slim sword already originated in 1470