Spring Seax

A dagger, first carved in wood, sanded, then cast in sterling silver, swinging off a thin silver chain and a 50 BC hoop. A great everyday talisman, empowering the wearer to face challenges with resilience and courage.

There are various iterations of the Seax of Margate. Here is my lastest iteration, a pointy personal reminder of inner strength, protection, clarity, sacrifice, bravery, transformation,  power & courage. Always good to have that slung round your neck if not in your hand. 

Where did its name come from? A seax was a single-edged knife or short sword used by Germanic peoples (especially the Anglo-Saxons) from the Migration Period through the Early Middle Ages. It functioned as both a tool and a weapon, with forms ranging from small utility knives to long blades approaching sword length. Typically forged from iron, with handles of wood or bone and were commonly worn horizontally in a scabbard, often edge-up. Notable examples include the Maldon Seax and the Seax of Beagnoth, the latter bearing a rare and significant runic inscription. 

The hoop dates back to around 50 BC, I’ve loved sourcing them through mudlarkers, collectors, and other guardians of history.  These Celtic rings were made from formed bronze over 2,000 years ago, although their purpose in ancient times is disputed. They were almost certainly used as saddle or garment fittings, but it's highly likely that they were a form of proto-money as well. 

In case you didn't know, i've been obsessed with all blades since I was really, really small. First heart break: age 7  - airport security taking away my mother of pearl knife my mother gave me, her response "well now you know". So my dad took me shopping in America to buy a replacement, I spent hours looking at buck knives and and and, all these wonders in a knife shop, only for the guy to pull out a tray of 1" knives. After I got over my initial disapointment, it became my most love possession. I'll show you in a video if you like - I still have it, and love the little guy.

Weight: 15 g

Chain length: 25.5 cm

Full length: 31.5 cm