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LOT 1200
Viking Age Silver Axehead Pendant
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (2.71 grams, 32 mm).
With ring-and-dot detail to one face, rivetted loop to the apex. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired in the 1980s.
Ex property of a Worcestershire gentleman.
Acquired on the UK art market in 2014.
Property of a Kent lady collector.
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From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Bronze Openwork Strap End Group
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
One bifacial tongue-shaped strap end with openwork scheme and punched ring-and-dot motifs; one composed of an openwork interlaced vegetal design. 23 grams total, 39-44 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Silver Trade Bar Ingot
Circa 9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
Shaped as a rectangular bar with rounded ends, hammered flat creating a ribbed pattern. 1.58 grams, 27 mm
Acquired late 1980s-early 1990s. Ex private collection, Nottinghamshire, UK. Acquired on the UK art market in 2012. Property of a Kent lady collector.
