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LOT 1513
Viking Inspired Bronze Omega Brooch Pair
12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (24 grams total, 53-55 mm).
Of penannular form, each with trapezoidal flanges with faux granule decoration. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990-2000.
From an old Suffolk collection.
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Opening Bid: £60
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Viking Silver Interlaced Pendant
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Viking Age Silver Thor's Hammer Pendant
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Fair condition.
Private collection formed in Europe in the 1980s. Ex Westminster collection, central London, UK.