Viking Period Lock and Key Group

CIRCA 10TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.

3 3/4 - 6 1/8 in. (407 grams total, 9.5-15.5 cm).

A group of iron keys and a lock; two keys with sith a cruciform head, crimped edges and central void; one with a square head with spur to each angle; one with T-shaped head and vertical spurs; one with a disc finial, square void with rounded edges; one iron barrel padlock with hasp. applied decorative bands to the body. [6, No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1971-1972.
From the collection of the vendor's father.
Property of a London, UK, collector.

Literature

Cf. Arbman, H., Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940, pl.108.

CONDITION

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LOT 1233