• Birka Viking hooks for calf wraps, pair
  • calf wraps, hook, Birka from the Viking Age, pair
  • Birka Viking hooks for calf wraps, pair
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Birka Viking hooks for calf wraps, pair

$54.98 USD
$54.98 USD
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Highlights

These meticulously detailed calf wrap hooks are an authentic replica of a historical find from the Viking town of Birka and represent an indispensable accessory for early medieval clothing.

  • Historical reconstruction of a 10th-century find from grave Bj903 in Birka, Sweden
  • Versatile use for the practical fastening of leg wraps directly below the knee for men and women
  • High-quality craftsmanship, available in solid bronze or an elegant silver-plated finish
  • Easy attachment thanks to integrated eyelets that allow for secure sewing to the end of the leg wraps
  • Compact and lightweight design with dimensions of approximately 3 x 2 cm and a weight of about 5 g each
  • Supplied as a pair, suitable for the complete dressing of both legs
Manufacturer's specifications

Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG, Gehrn 4, 25596, Wacken, info@battlemerchant.com
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Birka Viking hooks for calf wraps, pair
calf wraps, hook, Birka from the Viking Age, pair
Birka Viking hooks for calf wraps, pair
Birka Viking hooks for calf wraps, pair

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Questions about the product Birka Viking hooks for calf wraps, pair

What does the Birka Viking calf wrap set consist of, what material are they made of, and how are they attached to clothing?

The set consists of a pair, i.e., two calf-wrapping hooks. They are made of high-quality bronze and are also available in a silver-plated version. The hooks are sewn directly onto the clothing for attachment.
At which historical site were the templates for the Birka Viking hooks discovered, and to which art style is their design attributed?

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What material is the silver-plated version of the Birka calf wrap hooks made of, and what are their dimensions when hooked in?

The silver-plated version of the Birka calf wrap hooks is made of silver-plated bronze. When hooked in place, the hooks measure approximately 33 x 24 mm.
What significance did calf wraps have for men and women in the Viking Age, and how do these hooks influence the appearance of historical clothing?

Calf wraps served as practical leg protection for both men and women during the Viking Age, providing warmth and protecting legs from injuries caused by undergrowth during work and everyday life. While men often wore them over their trousers to secure them, women wore them under long dresses. The Birka hooks serve as functional and decorative fasteners at the top of the wraps, preventing them from slipping and lending the historical garment a detailed, high-quality appearance thanks to their authentic design.