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LOT 1448
Viking Age Gold Bracteate
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (0.33 grams, 17 mm).
Sheet-gold disc with concentric rings of repoussé pellets and central boss.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Viking Age Bronze Coiled Bracelet Pair
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Viking Bronze Ring Brooch with Amulets
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
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