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LOT 1502
Viking Age Gilt Bronze Disc Brooch with Cross
9TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (23.7 grams, 37 mm).
In relief with angled borders and five pellets to the interior representing the Five Wounds of Christ; remains of pin lug and catchplate to reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Viking Age Stamped Silver Bar Group
Circa 10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
One rectangular in section and punch-decorated with tessellating pellets-in-triangles; one tapering with carinated side edges, displaying a single column of punch-decorated pellets-in-triangles. 24.7 grams total, 34-59 mm
Acquired on the London art market, 1990s. -
Viking Bronze Faux Twisted Ring
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
The hoop formed from overlapping arms, the bezel with remains of slender twisted wire bands between larger faux twisted ones. 15.76 grams, 28.84 mm overall, 15.60 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I, USA 4 1/4, Europe 7.44, Japan 7)
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Bronze Lyre Tuning Key Handle
9th-11th century A.D.Estimate: £50 - 70 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £25
Featuring a slotted end to the shank, D-shaped bow with openwork and low-relief ornament. 12.7 grams, 45 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
