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LOT 1613

Viking Age Silver Pendant

CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (2.77 grams, 27 mm).

Discoid with stepped sides extending to a flattened and pierced lug above. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex London collection, 1990s.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of an East London gentleman.

CONDITION
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LOT 1613

Viking Age Silver Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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