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LOT 1411
Viking Age Bronze Sun Whorl Pendant
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (11.9 grams, 37 mm).
Featuring an integral suspension loop, sun whorls within border in relief. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Pre-Viking Iron Slave Chain Shackle
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Acquired 1971-1972. From the collection of the vendor's father. Property of a London, UK, collector.
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Viking Bronze Faux Twisted Ring
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Featuring hoop composed of overlapping arms, expanded bezel with slender twisted wire strands between larger faux ones. 11.86 grams, 28.57 mm overall, 20.21 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
