Viking naaldenkoker, verzilverd Maliënkolders The grip wrapping is made

The grip wrapping is made of white cotton in the classical Hineri-Maki style

De spatha was een stuk langer dan de gladius

Because the dress is a real basic model

They protect the open spots in the suit of armour

and weighs approximately 2

Viking naaldenkoker, verzilverd Maliënkolders The grip wrapping is madeThis needle case is a replica of a 9th 10th century original excavated together with another needle case in grave 515 in the Viking town of Birka. Needles were much more expensive than modern needles, so they were kept safe very well. This needle case was fastened to the belt with a lace. This beautifully decorated needle case had a functional and a decorative function.