Viking Era Silver Axe amulet Pendant with suspension ring
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A Viking Age silver axe pendant with an integral suspension ring, dating to the 10th–11th century AD, in good condition, measuring approximately 28.6 × 15.5 mm with a suspension loop of about 15.1 mm, acquired in 2026 from the Netherlands.
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A Viking Age silver axe pendant, formed with a broad flaring blade and integral suspension loop. The upper section is decorated with an incised saltire within a rectangular panel, with further incised linear borders above and below. The pendant is complete with its original silver suspension ring,
-> Axe pendants are among the most recognisable personal ornaments of the Viking Age. They are often associated with strength, protection, and warrior identity, while smaller wearable examples may also have served as amuletic objects.
Size: ± 28,6 x 15,5 (axe)
Diameter suspension loop: ± 15,1 mm
Condition:
Good ancient condition with minor surface irregularities and signs of wear consistent with age and use.
The incised decoration remains clearly visible, and the original suspension ring is intact.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> The axe had strong symbolic importance in the Norse world, both as a practical tool and as a weapon. Pendants of this type could reflect status, personal identity, or protective belief, and they belong to the broader tradition of Viking Age silver jewellery worn on the body or suspended from chains and cords.
Material:
This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
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* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
A Viking Age silver axe pendant, formed with a broad flaring blade and integral suspension loop. The upper section is decorated with an incised saltire within a rectangular panel, with further incised linear borders above and below. The pendant is complete with its original silver suspension ring,
-> Axe pendants are among the most recognisable personal ornaments of the Viking Age. They are often associated with strength, protection, and warrior identity, while smaller wearable examples may also have served as amuletic objects.
Size: ± 28,6 x 15,5 (axe)
Diameter suspension loop: ± 15,1 mm
Condition:
Good ancient condition with minor surface irregularities and signs of wear consistent with age and use.
The incised decoration remains clearly visible, and the original suspension ring is intact.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> The axe had strong symbolic importance in the Norse world, both as a practical tool and as a weapon. Pendants of this type could reflect status, personal identity, or protective belief, and they belong to the broader tradition of Viking Age silver jewellery worn on the body or suspended from chains and cords.
Material:
This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Viking Era
Century/timeframe
10th-11th century AD
Name of object
Axe amulet Pendant with suspension ring
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2026
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2026
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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