This sword hilt was taken from an attack on Hammaburg by the Vikings. While the handle has quite obviously been worn away by time, or, in this case, likely been burned away, the construction of the weapon is still evident. The tang runs the full length of the blade, which is the portion in the hilt that would be surrounded by a piece of wood, bone, horn, leather, or some other material of the blademaster's choosing. The care that was used in crafting the hilt is also quite evident, with a carefully chosen design covering the cross guard and the pommel of the sword. It is also worth noting that the blade is made of iron, and not steel.