9th-11th century AD. An iron axehead with triangular blade, slightly curved edge, socket with hammer-head to the rear. Cf. Arbman, H. Birka I: Die Gr?¤ber, Uppsala, 1940, pl.14(7"). 229 grams, 17.5cm (7"). From the family collection of a London gentleman; formed in the late 1940s-1950s; thence by descent. [No Reserve]