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LOT 1885
Viking Lead Brooch Group
9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 1/8 in. (42.2 grams total, 26-28 mm).
Comprising: one plano-convex in profile with radiating arms and pellets, ferrous remains to reverse; one flat with raised bosses connected by ribs. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound 'Ainsbrook', North-West Yorkshire, UK, circa 2005-2007.
Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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Viking Bronze Decorated Bird Pendant
9th-early 11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Formed as an ellipsoid bulb with discoid tail, curved neck and hooked beak; punched ring-and-dot motifs across both faces, notched rim to tail, pierced suspension lug; possibly Baltic workmanship. 25.1 grams, 57 mm
Acquired on the London art market, 1990s. Private collection, London. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Viking Gold Twisted Wire Ring
9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £728
A single rod twisted about its own axis and coiled, with two applied granules. 1.95 grams, 22.84 mm overall, 19.20 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Viking Bronze Twisted Penannular Brooch
9th-early 11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Penannular type with polyhedral finials, twisted shank with applied filigree thread; tapering hooked pin coiled around the shank. 67 grams, 57 mm
Acquired on the London art market, 1990s. Private collection, London. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
