Hound Head Letter Opener

Thought to be a fitting from a seax or dagger scabbard, the silver gilt object’s exquisite animal head translates as a pleasantly weighted letter opener. Pointed ears, enormous fangs between which its tongue curls out to touch its throat, hatching and diagonal mouldings are all beautifully modelled.

The late 8th century artefact, found in London, carries a runic inscription which to date has defied translation.

About the collection
A project with the British Museum, this collaboration draws on the public institution’s vast collection of over 8 million artefacts, documenting the story of human culture from its earliest days to the present. Each piece is marked with the British Museum logotype.

Whilst not enough to score you the Prime Ministership, this is an absolutely massive mug from which to quaff one's mead. At a guaranteed minimum of two pints, drinking more than a few of these in a night may see you on your way to Valhalla. 

Please note that as this is a natural product, there will be differences between the item pictured and what arrives.
These items are not dish washer suitable. Hand wash only. Drink responsibly.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Natural horn products are ABSOLUTELY NOT DISHWASHER SUITABLE.

To clean, place in warm soapy water, and brush gently with a bottle brush. With use, the wax may begin to peel back from the wall naturally. It can easily be re-adhered by adding more wax. Purchase a block of pure bees wax and gently melt it onto the affected area, thumbing the area closed and sealed again.

Cracks in horn may be fixed with the application of dish-washer safe "ModPodge", available on request at your local Spotlight or craft store.

Do not use for hot beverages. Do not use for alcoholic beverages higher than 20% ABV. Do not place in boiling liquid or put boiling liquid inside horn. Do not drop. Consume contents responsibly.

Voted one of England’s 100 cultural icons in a project by the British Government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport, the early 7th century Sutton Hoo helmet is widely regarded as one of the most important Anglo-Saxon artefacts ever found.

In fragments when unearthed, extant pieces of the iron and tinned copper alloy helmet have been painstakingly reassembled. Our tea caddy, which draws from the superb fully complete replica based on the reconstruction, reproduces all the helmet’s signature decorative features, including the stamped interlacing scrollwork and the ‘Dancing Warrior’ and ‘Fallen Warrior’ motifs.

About the collection
A project with the British Museum, this collaboration draws on the public institution’s vast collection of over 8 million artefacts, documenting the story of human culture from its earliest days to the present. Each piece is marked with the British Museum logotype.

Derived from designs carved into king chess pieces, reeded tendrils disgorged by beasts swirl around the tankard’s body, its handle terminating in the figure of a dragon biting itself. Whether mead or IPA, pewter keeps that quaff crisp.

Unearthed on the Isle of Lewis in 1831, in the wilderness of Scotland’s remote Outer Hebrides, the 12th century Lewis chessmen are exquisitely carved in walrus ivory, and very likely of Scandinavian origin. Of the seventy-eight pieces known today, the British Museum’s collection of sixty-seven is one of its most popular attractions.

About the collection
A project with the British Museum, this collaboration draws on the public institution’s vast collection of over 8 million artefacts, documenting the story of human culture from its earliest days to the present. Each piece is marked with the British Museum logotype.

Sinuous serpents in pewter, taken from a bishop chess piece, coil around a half-pint glass fashioned after that most evocative of the period’s vessels, a drinking horn.

Unearthed on the Isle of Lewis in 1831, in the wilderness of Scotland’s remote Outer Hebrides, the 12th century Lewis chessmen are exquisitely carved in walrus ivory, and very likely of Scandinavian origin. Of the seventy-eight pieces known today, the British Museum’s collection of sixty-seven is one of its most popular attractions..

About the collection
A project with the British Museum, this collaboration draws on the public institution’s vast collection of over 8 million artefacts, documenting the story of human culture from its earliest days to the present. Each piece is marked with the British Museum logotype.

The humans are short lived and greedy creatures, like lice infecting the world with their disease-ridden numbers. That’s why you kill every human you ever come across.

You keep a collection of human fingers, hung from leather around your neck. You want those lousy men to fear you and your ferocious might. Wearing your Human Forefinger Trophy around your neck has caused quite a commotion in the human ranks.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Human Forefinger Trophy is a grisly latex accessory designed to imitate the pointer finger of a humanoid foe. Made from 100% natural latex and stuffed with cotton to give it a realistic weight and feel, this finger adornment can be hung as a talisman from a belt or neck using its leather cord. It is sure to create fear--and hatred--in the hearts of your enemies.

The Human Forefinger Trophy is sculpted and handpainted to appear as if it has been cut off from flesh. Thickened, rough edges along the base look like clots of blood coagulated from the wound. This trophy finger is skin-coloured with shaded creases. It can be carefully dry-brushed or customized using Epic Effects Makeup.

HISTORY

• Similar in use to the historical practice of human trophy collecting
• Remains of the deceased were collected to demonstrate dominance or to commemorate

Need something to keep your cloak closed and don't want to use rope like a hobo or monk? or a mobo?!

Then get yourself a cloak pin!

Available in three different styles for varying levels of fanciness.

Need something to keep your cloak closed and don't want to use rope like a hobo or monk? or a mobo?!

Then get yourself a cloak pin!

Available in three different styles for varying levels of fanciness.

The snows have come, but despite the cold your village still depends on you to defend it from hungry raiders. The northern winters can be harsh, making men and women particularly desperate.

Thankfully, your cape is secure thanks to your Cloak Pin, and it keeps you warm. You keep the hood over your head as you patrol the walls, pulling it close to keep away the biting wind. At least it is easy to spot incoming trouble against the pure white of snow. You’ll see anyone coming.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Cloak Pin - Omega is a durable metal pin inspired by the historical penannular brooch. Made from a black iron ring and bar, use this pin to close your cloak by sliding the bar through both layers of pinned fabric and securing the bar with the ring.

The Cloak Pin is an authentic accessory that adds a special detail to your costume beyond just a simple leather cord or frog on your cloak.

HISTORY

• Cloak pins were found in female burial sites of Ancient Celtic women
• Inspired by the Celtic penannular brooch which was popular in Ireland and Scotland, and later adopted by the Scandinavians