Vestre Berg Norwegian Viking Sword – Deepeeka

The Vestre Berg Viking Sword is a notable 10th-century artifact unearthed in 1887 during land clearing in Vestre Berg, Løiten (now Løten), Norway. This sword was part of a significant Viking grave assemblage that included various iron objects such as arrowheads, an axe head, a chest lock, and a second, shorter sword.

Cultural Significance

The Vestre Berg sword exemplifies the artistry and ritualistic practices of Viking-era Norway. Its elaborate design and the context of its burial provide valuable insights into the social and ceremonial aspects of the Viking Age.

This Viking Sword has a blade of tempered high carbon steel and its hilt fittings are bronze. The grip is leather wrapped over wood and the sword is peened into the pommel for a durable construction.

The scabbard is wood with a tight leather wrap and the fittings are bronze. The sword belt is meant to be tied and knotted, so the buckle does not have a tongue and this is intentional.

Please Note: It is common for this item to have some greenish patination on the scabbard fittings – these can be polished to refresh the appearance.