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LOT 1491
Viking Age Silver-Gilt Zoomorphic Strap End
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (3.19 grams, 40 mm).
Comprising a slender animal head finial modelled with raised eyes, sub-triangular body with chased interlace; remains of gilding. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Viking Age Bronze Decorated Comb Pendant
10th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
Composed of two crescentic arms, bifacial pecked and punched ring-and-dot motifs to the body; two perforations for attachment. 24 grams, 46 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Viking Age Twisted Gold Ring
Circa 10th century A.D.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £900
The decoratively twisted bar with a tapering, circular cross-section and butted ends fused at the underside. 6.47 grams, 20.94 mm overall, 14.41 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F, USA 2 3/4, Europe 3.67, Japan 3)
Acquired on the London art market, 1980s-1990s. -
Viking Age Bronze Ring with Tremello Design
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
The tapering arms coiled at the hoop base. 2.01 grams, 23.33 mm overall, 17.63 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
London art market before 2000. Property of an Essex gentleman.
