Norendorf beugel fibula, brons Viking mannenkleding non-commissioned officers and corporals toured

non-commissioned officers and corporals toured large parts of Europe with this shining cohort

The torque was worn by men

The tip is a stylized raven and symbolizes the raven of Odin

and was especially suited for attacking cavalry and breaking shield walls

flamberges were used by Landsknechts in the 16th century

Norendorf beugel fibula, brons Viking mannenkleding non-commissioned officers and corporals touredTwo silver bow brooches were discovered in the Bavarian cemetery of Nordendorf, renowned as significant runic artefacts from the Middle Germanic runic series. These brooches, known as the Nordendorf I and II bow brooches, hold historical importance. The original Nordendorf I brooch, found in an Alemannic or Frankish woman's grave, is now housed in the Roman Museum in Augsburg. Dating to the mid or late 6th century, it was crafted from fire gilt