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A pair of authentic Anglo-Saxon leg wrap hooks. Faithful replica of the Viking dress clasps with cross motif. Bronze, silver-plated or 925 silver. 2 x 1,5 cm.Productdetails...
Anglo-Saxon Calf Wrap Hooks of the Viking Age.
This set of two Viking Age leg wrap hooks with a cross motif is faithfully crafted from an Anglo-Saxon find from England dating to the 10th century.The calf wrapping hooks were attached to the end of the woollen leg wraps at the knee and ensured a secure fit on the trouser leg.
Link to the original leg wrap hooks...
Calf wraps were worn by men and women alike during the Viking Age among the Anglo-Saxons as well as in Scandinavia, and can be found in the Rus areas as well as in England and the Scandinavian region.
The small eyelets make it easy to sew the hook to the top of the leg wraps and its long needle keeps it securely in place.
The calf wrap hook with cross is also made of high quality decorative bronze and is also available in genuine silver plated. Alloy...
The dimensions are: 2 x 1.5 cm.
The calf wrap hooks are supplied as a pair.
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