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LOT 1343
Viking Age Bronze Stamped Penannular Brooch
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (25.9 grams, 57 mm).
Featuring facetted terminals, stamped triangles, annulets and other motifs to the body and pin head; the latter free-running. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
LiteratureCf. The British Museum, museum number 1921,1101.200, for a similar brooch.
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Viking Age Volga Bulgar Bronze Belt Mount
Late 10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Of polygonal shape, reserved stylised vegetal forms; attachment rivets to reverse. 8.7 grams, 32 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
Pentagonal strap mounts decorated with schematic plant ornaments, cast in bronze, characterised the population of Volga Bulgars, often in commercial relations with the Viking world. A belt-set with pentagonal and rectangular mounts decorated with plant ornaments, along with its strap end and buckle, were excavated by V.D. Sokolov in Slavic-Scandinavian graves in Russian territory. -
Viking Inspired Bronze Omega Brooch Pair
12th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Of penannular form, each with trapezoidal flanges with faux granule decoration. 24 grams total, 53-55 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired 1990-2000. From an old Suffolk collection.
