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Francisca pendant. The Karolingian throwing as of the Merovingian Period as an axe amulet. Bronze, silver-plated or 925 silver. 4 x 2 cm.Productdetails...
Axe pendant in the shape of a Francisca throwing axe.
This medieval miniature axe pendant was made after the model of a Franconian throwing axe, a so-called Francisca from the early Middle Ages.Link to the original Francisca...
Axe pendants were widespread among the Rus in the east during the time of the Vikings. However, miniature axes in the form of axe amulets have also been found in the Baltic and Scandinavian countries.
The Merovingian miniature axe pendant measures 4 x 2 cm.
You can buy this Irminsul pendant in bronze or in real silver-plated.
Alternatively, also available in 925 sterling silver (Please note the delivery time).
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A black leather strap in 1 m length for the Francisca miniature axe is enclosed.
The Francisca was of great importance to the Germanic tribes as a throwing axe and was very common among the Alemannic, Franks, Merovingians and other Germanic tribes.
It was customary to hurl the Francisca into the enemy ranks at the opening of the battle in order to cause confusion and unrest there before the actual fight began. However, the Francisca was also used in close combat and was also used as a tool in everyday life.
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