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LOT 1231
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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Viking Age Bronze Comb
10th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
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. -
Viking Age Bronze Tortoise Brooch
Circa 10th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Displaying high-relief palmette ornament, omega-shaped panels and other ornament; catch and two transverse bars to the reverse. 67.4 grams, 81 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Gold Axe-Shaped Bead
Circa 9th-11th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £59
Sheet-gold bead with applied granules to both flat faces. 0.34 grams, 10.34 mm
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
