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LOT 1591
Viking Age Bronze Twisted Bracelet
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (80 grams, 76 mm).
Penannular in form with tightly twisted central band, pointed finials. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a London collection; acquired on the UK and European art markets before 2001.
LiteratureCf. Sedov, B.B., Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, pl.XLV(6), for type.
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Viking and Saxon Artefact Group
8th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Including a narrow beast-head strap-end, a military strap-end fragment, a stirrup mount and looped fitting. 49.9 grams total, 26-40 mm
Acquired since the 1970s. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Viking Age Silver 'Hoard' Group
Circa 10th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £800 - 1,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £400
Comprising: two dome-headed dress pins; three pieces of hack-silver ingot; five miniature axeheads; a mitre-shaped finger ring; and other items. 42.8 grams total, 9-53 mm
Acquired on the London art market in the late 1980s-1990s. From the family collection of an East London, UK, gentleman. -
Viking Age Silver Bracelet with Pendants and Amulets
Circa 10th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,300
With sliding closure, amuletic charms comprising two rolled silver dirhem coins, a 'firesteel' pendant, a beaded ring with two miniature Thor's hammers. 24.1 grams total, bracelet 72.52 mm wide
Ex property of a professional collector; acquired before 1990.
