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LOT 1370
Viking Age Bronze Artefact Collection
6TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 3/4 in. (42.6 grams, 25-44 mm).
Comprising: a domed mount with a pounced fantastical sea creature in low relief, the head modelled in raised relief; equal-arm brooch with central flower head flanked by scrolled crosses, vertical ribs between, remains of pin lug and catchplate to reverse; mount with trefoil finial and possible zoomorphic scheme. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Viking Age Bronze Pendant with Bell Drops
Circa 8th-10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
The semi-circular head plate with suspension loop and two remaining loops to lower edge, both suspending chains with bell dangles (rattles absent). 21.1 grams, 64 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance. -
Viking Age Bronze Openwork Ring
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
With expanded bezel; hoop split. 2.65 grams, 21.40 mm overall, 18.80 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Pre-Viking Large Crystal Lens Magnifier with Bronze Case and Wrapping
5th-7th century A.D.Estimate: £800 - 1,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £280
The group comprising: a polished rock crystal lens for magnification, formed with a domed upper face and gently convex base; two-part sheet-bronze case consisting of a domed lid and dish-style base, both components pierced; a relatively large textile fragment. 165 grams total, 5-29 cm
From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s.
