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LOT 1327
Viking Age Bronze Dragon Strap End Collection
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 - 2 3/8 in. (25.5 grams total, 43-61 mm).
Each with an openwork entwined beast; two rivets to one, a pierced mounting arm to the other. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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LOT 1327
Viking Age Bronze Dragon Strap End Collection
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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Pre-Viking Iron Slave Chain Shackle
6th-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
Comprising thirty-eight 8-shaped iron links, with interstitial H-shaped twisted elements; securing ring at the upper end; iron ring at the lower end with thick linked ring and two substantial shackles, each a pair of parallel bars with a loop at each end; attached to each a flat rectangular-section fetter with substantial retaining rivet. 4.45 kg, 2.57 m long
Acquired 1971-1972. From the collection of the vendor's father. Property of a London, UK, collector.
The shackles are formed with an elliptical void in order to accommodate a human foot, closed with an iron rivet which could not have been easily removed without heating the metal. -
Viking Bronze Strap Distributor with Beast Heads
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Each head free-running with bestial detailing in relief, scrolling details to the hoop. 36 grams, 50 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Bronze Comb
10th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Featuring a scalloped handle with openwork scrolling tendrils, complete set of teeth below. 16.5 grams, 44 mm
Acquired 1980-2000. Ex property of an American collector.
Norsemen were particularly fastidious about their appearance. The hair and beard were important to the men, for making a statement and to intimidate their opponents. Early combs were made from antler or bone and carried in a small pouch; high status combs were later made from metal (mainly bronze) and have been found as grave goods.
