roman matres 2nd century Bestek & kookgerei This type of axe was

This type of axe was likely developed specifically for warfare and was in use from approximately 900 to 1030 AD

It features a loose fit and is slit at the sides

The aventail is crafted from butted rings in a 1:4 pattern

The torque is a replica of the well-known Snettisham torque

and is representative of the types worn during the 14th and 15th centuries

roman matres 2nd century Bestek & kookgerei This type of axe wasThe matres statue has been crafted after a 2nd century original excavated in Gaul. It is now part of the collection of Muse d'Argentomagnus in France. The Matres (Latin 'Mothers') were goddesses worshipped across North and West Europe from the 1st to the 5th century AD. They are usually depicted in groups of three upon votive stones and altars. Half of the divine names are Celtic, whilst the other half is Germanic. They were also worshipped in regions