Viking Era Silver Bracelet
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Viking Age silver bracelet with a plaited body and a clasp, dating to the 9th–12th century AD, diameter 69 mm and weight 31.9 g, in good overall condition with a broken clasp, from a UK private collection acquired before 2000.
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Viking braided silver bracelet with clasp — 9th–12th centuries AD.
Magnificent silver bracelet from the Viking era, dated between the 9th and 12th centuries CE, made from multiple braided strands forming an elegant body with a carinated (keeled) cross-section, characteristic of medieval Scandinavian metalwork.
The piece features at its ends decorative collars with rope motifs among small protuberances (pellets), culminating in a clasp with a domed oval plate, a design typical of status bracelets of this period.
Jewelry of this kind was used both as a personal adornment and as a symbol of wealth and prestige within Viking culture.
It is in generally good condition, with a nice antique patina. The clasp appears broken, as can be seen in the images, though this does not detract from the piece's historical value.
Details:
Silver
Culture: Viking
Dating: 9th–12th centuries AD
Diameter: approx. 69 mm.
Weight: 31.9 g
Condition: Good, with a broken zipper
Origin
Former private collection of the United Kingdom, formed before the year 2000.
Legal and export note
Historical object over 100 years old.
According to current Spanish legislation, any international shipment from Spain may require an export permit from the Ministry of Culture.
The seller offers full management of the administrative process, including the preparation and submission of the necessary documentation.
The official fees and administrative costs arising from said permit will be borne by the buyer.
The estimated timeframe for obtaining the permit may vary depending on the competent authority. It is generally estimated to be up to 6–8 weeks from submission.
(ENGLISH)
Viking Age plaited silver bracelet with clasp — 9th–12th century AD
Beautiful Viking Age silver bracelet, dating from the 9th to the 12th century AD, crafted from multiple plaited strands forming a carinated outer body, a distinctive feature of Scandinavian medieval metalwork.
The terminals are decorated with collar elements featuring ropework motifs between small pellets, ending in a clasp with a domed oval face — a typical design for high-status Viking jewellery of this period.
Bracelets of this type were worn both as personal adornment and as symbols of wealth and social prestige within Viking society.
The piece is preserved in fine overall condition, displaying an attractive ancient patina. The clasp is broken, as shown in the photographs, without detracting from its historical significance.
Details:
Material: Silver
Culture: Viking Age
Date: 9th–12th century AD
Diameter: approx. 69 mm
Weight: 31.9 g
Condition: Fine overall, clasp broken
Provenance
Ex – UK private collection, formed before 2000.
Legal note & export licence information
Historical object over 100 years old.
According to current Spanish legislation, any international shipment from Spain may require an official export licence issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture.
The seller offers full assistance with the administrative process, including preparation and submission of all required documentation.
Any official fees and administrative costs related to the export permit will be borne by the buyer.
The estimated timeframe for obtaining the licence may vary depending on the relevant authorities. Generally, it can take approximately 6 to 8 weeks.
Viking braided silver bracelet with clasp — 9th–12th centuries AD.
Magnificent silver bracelet from the Viking era, dated between the 9th and 12th centuries CE, made from multiple braided strands forming an elegant body with a carinated (keeled) cross-section, characteristic of medieval Scandinavian metalwork.
The piece features at its ends decorative collars with rope motifs among small protuberances (pellets), culminating in a clasp with a domed oval plate, a design typical of status bracelets of this period.
Jewelry of this kind was used both as a personal adornment and as a symbol of wealth and prestige within Viking culture.
It is in generally good condition, with a nice antique patina. The clasp appears broken, as can be seen in the images, though this does not detract from the piece's historical value.
Details:
Silver
Culture: Viking
Dating: 9th–12th centuries AD
Diameter: approx. 69 mm.
Weight: 31.9 g
Condition: Good, with a broken zipper
Origin
Former private collection of the United Kingdom, formed before the year 2000.
Legal and export note
Historical object over 100 years old.
According to current Spanish legislation, any international shipment from Spain may require an export permit from the Ministry of Culture.
The seller offers full management of the administrative process, including the preparation and submission of the necessary documentation.
The official fees and administrative costs arising from said permit will be borne by the buyer.
The estimated timeframe for obtaining the permit may vary depending on the competent authority. It is generally estimated to be up to 6–8 weeks from submission.
(ENGLISH)
Viking Age plaited silver bracelet with clasp — 9th–12th century AD
Beautiful Viking Age silver bracelet, dating from the 9th to the 12th century AD, crafted from multiple plaited strands forming a carinated outer body, a distinctive feature of Scandinavian medieval metalwork.
The terminals are decorated with collar elements featuring ropework motifs between small pellets, ending in a clasp with a domed oval face — a typical design for high-status Viking jewellery of this period.
Bracelets of this type were worn both as personal adornment and as symbols of wealth and social prestige within Viking society.
The piece is preserved in fine overall condition, displaying an attractive ancient patina. The clasp is broken, as shown in the photographs, without detracting from its historical significance.
Details:
Material: Silver
Culture: Viking Age
Date: 9th–12th century AD
Diameter: approx. 69 mm
Weight: 31.9 g
Condition: Fine overall, clasp broken
Provenance
Ex – UK private collection, formed before 2000.
Legal note & export licence information
Historical object over 100 years old.
According to current Spanish legislation, any international shipment from Spain may require an official export licence issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture.
The seller offers full assistance with the administrative process, including preparation and submission of all required documentation.
Any official fees and administrative costs related to the export permit will be borne by the buyer.
The estimated timeframe for obtaining the licence may vary depending on the relevant authorities. Generally, it can take approximately 6 to 8 weeks.
Details
Culture
Viking Era
Century/ Timeframe
9th - 11th C A.D.
Name of object
Bracelet
Acquired from
Antique market
Year acquired
2022
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Width
69 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
