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Viking Spearhead or Lance Head

ca. 950–1000
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 373
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Viking Spearhead or Lance Head
  • Date: ca. 950–1000
  • Culture: Scandinavian
  • Medium: Iron alloy, copper alloy, silver
  • Dimensions: H. 15 in. (38.1 cm); W. 1 in. (2.5 cm); Wt. 11.4 oz. (323.2 g)
  • Classification: Shafted Weapons
  • Credit Line: Private Collection
  • Object Number: L.2015.18.5
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor