short bearded axe antiquedThis type of axe head is classified as Petersen type C. The blade features an extremely pronounced beard, with a wide flaring section behind the eye, making it one of the most striking forms of bearded axes. This type represents a further development of bearded axes that were already in use from the Late Roman period. Most examples have been found in Sweden, some in Norway, but none have been discovered in the United Kingdom. This type of axe was