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LOT 1345
Large Viking Age Bronze Penannular Brooch with Dragon Heads
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (41.8 grams, 41 mm).
The hoop composed of decoratively faux-twisted bands, recurved terminals modelled in the round as roaring dragon heads. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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LOT 1345
Large Viking Age Bronze Penannular Brooch with Dragon Heads
Sold for (Inc. bp): £390
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Large Viking Age Bronze Penannular Brooch Group
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
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From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Silver Twisted Bracelet with Animal Head Terminals
9th-10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £215
Of slender penannular form and with simple stylised detailing to the animal's manes, ears and faces. 13.9 grams, 71 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Silver Double Axe Pendant
9th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
The central oval-shaped socket flanked by two fan-shaped heads, one face displaying a shallow incised X to centre between parallel vertical lines. 6.8 grams, 30 mm
Acquired on the EU art market around 2000. From the collection of a North American gentleman.
