woolen viking hat leif brown kleding The shield weighs approximately 300

The shield weighs approximately 300 g

These boots show a more modest toe length

the tunic is comfortable and permits greater mobility with its side opening

The gladius is a replica of an original excavated in Fulham

This type was in use throughout Europe from the 6th century onwards

woolen viking hat leif brown kleding The shield weighs approximately 300Headgear came in various forms in the Viking Age: from pointed woolen hats to round felt hats and loose hoods. The type that was common probably varied by status, function and fashion archaeological finds and images show several of these variants, including this pointed woolen cap. The hat is made of 100% wool in a diamond twill weave, a weaving technique that has also been archaeologically proven in Scandinavian textile finds from the Viking Age.