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LOT 1762
Sold for (Inc. bp): £780
VIKING BRONZE VALHALLA HALL EMBLEM
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/4 in. (42 grams, 97 mm).
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/4 in. (42 grams, 97 mm).
Comprising a rectangular bar pierced at the centre with two crescents above, pierced crosses below and median D-shaped plaque with loops to the lower edge for attachment of dangles.
PROVENANCE:
From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Zarina, A., Salaspils Laukskolas Kapulauks, 10-13 gadsimts, Riga, 2006, p.259, nos.14, 21, for similar examples.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
