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LOT 1192
Viking Age Bronze Openwork Strap End Group
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 - 1 3/4 in. (23 grams total, 39-44 mm).
One bifacial tongue-shaped strap end with openwork scheme and punched ring-and-dot motifs; one composed of an openwork interlaced vegetal design. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Viking Age Bronze Pendant
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Of discoid form with integral suspension loop, decorated in relief. 3.36 grams, 28 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Bronze Torc-Shaped Brooch with Beast Heads
Circa 9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Of annular form with round cross-section, stylised animal-headed terminals and tapered pin. 2.85 grams, 29 mm
Acquired late 1980s-early 1990s. Ex private collection, Nottinghamshire, UK. Acquired on the UK art market in 2012. Property of a Kent lady collector. -
Viking Age Silver-Gilt Pendant with Beast Facing Back
Circa 9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
With beast facing right, head turned back left; tail curled above to meet the head; within an annulet border with suspension loop above. 5.59 grams, 28 mm high
Private collection formed in Europe in the 1980s. Westminster collection, central London, UK.
