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LOT 1763
Anglo-Scandinavian Viking Bronze Harness Link
11TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (17.4 grams, 62 mm).
With looped bow and pierced lug above, balustered shank with biting-beast detailing, pierced lug below. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
Cf. Williams, D., Stirrup Terminals, Datasheet 24, Finds Research Group, 1997, item 4(b), for type.
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