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LOT 1402

Viking Age Fire Steel with Bronze Jellinge Dragon Handle

10TH CENTURY A.D.

2 in. (31.4 grams, 52 mm).

Comprising a bronze body with engraved pair of Jellinge-style beasts on both sides, inserted iron part to the underside; attachment loop to the top. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2000.
Ex property of an American collector.

CONDITION

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LOT 1402

Viking Age Fire Steel with Bronze Jellinge Dragon Handle

Sold for (Inc. bp): £650

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