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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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Viking Age Silver Filigree Wolf's Head Pendant
9th-11th century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £138
Of triangular form with integral suspension loop, the face delineated using granules to form almond-shaped eyes beneath eyebrows, concentric chevrons to the nasal line; applied granules and straps to the loop. 1.79 grams, 26 mm
Acquired on the German art market before 2000. From a London W1, UK, collection. -
Viking Plundered Silver Dirham Coin Pendant
8th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
A Samanid period dirham coin with inscriptions each side, with Viking loop added for use as a pendant. 3.71 grams, 37 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Iron Pin with Bronze Horse Head Finial
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Composed of a tapering pin, beast head neck and polygonal head engraved with a boat occupied by a central figure and two horse's heads facing outwards; mounted on a custom-made display stand. 70 grams total, 13 cm high including stand
Ex private UK collection formed in the 1980s. Property of an East Sussex, UK, teacher.
A similar design can be seen on the Tjonehoj brooch, Denmark.
