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LOT 2043
Viking Age Bronze Ring with Cabochon
CIRCA 9TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (1.79 grams, 23.79 mm overall, 17.81 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M, USA 6, Europe 12.46, Japan 12)).
Comprising a twisted hoop and a lozenge-shaped bezel plaque with four claws holding a blue glass cabochon. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Viking Age Gilt Bronze Military Horse Harness Pendant Set
Circa 10th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,900
Comprising fourteen openwork pendants, each a piriform openwork plaque with pelleted bands and hinged hollow bulb finial, hinged at upper edge to a trefoil plate with mounting pins to reverse. 194 grams total, 71.11-71.89 mm
From the private family collection of a lady, UK; acquired in Germany mid 20th century. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13270-253197.
Such horse harness pendants were common to the culture of the Alan, Kabarian and Hungaro-Magyar warriors, and also in use among the Eastern Viking (Rus) warriors. -
Viking Age Tooth Pendant
Circa 9th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Comprising a domed bronze cap with a round suspension loop, set with a long striated tooth or a tusk. 22.9 grams, 78.6 mm
Ex UK private collection, 1980s. Acquired from a London antiques fair. -
Viking Age Silver Axehead Pendant
Circa 9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Flat-section axehead dangle attached to a sturdy wire suspension loop. 4.9 grams, 41 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
