Viking Era Bronze Penannular ‘Omega’ Brooch
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Bronze penannular Omega brooch from the Viking Era (c. 900–1100 AD), originating in medieval England (Southern); measures 45 mm long by 39 mm wide and is in very good condition with its original pin intact, authentic and originally from a private collection, acquired in 2026 from the United Kingdom.
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This bronze penannular ‘Omega’ brooch is a well-preserved example of Viking-era personal adornment. It retains very fine raised detail and a rich green-brown patina, illustrating both its age and the quality of the metalwork.
The open-ring design with characteristic omega-shaped terminals was commonly used to fasten cloaks or garments. Despite its age, the brooch’s form and decorative features remain clearly visible, with it’s original pin intact.
Brooches of this type were widely worn across Anglo-Scandinavian communities during the 10th–11th centuries, reflecting the fusion of Viking and Anglo-Saxon artistic motifs. The piece provides insight into the clothing and daily life of its period, as well as the metallurgical techniques employed by craftsmen of the era.
Its preservation, particularly the intact terminals and detailed surface, makes it a valuable example for study or display.
Specimen Details:
Type: Penannular ‘Omega’ brooch
Material: Bronze
Date: c. 900–1100 AD
Origin: Medieval England (Southern)
Size: 45mm L x 39mm W
Condition: Very good; well-preserved form and terminals; fine patina highlighting surface detail. Intact with original pin.
Provenance: Previously part of an old Northern Irish Collection of Artefacts. The specimen itself was originally excavated in Southern England.
This bronze penannular ‘Omega’ brooch is a well-preserved example of Viking-era personal adornment. It retains very fine raised detail and a rich green-brown patina, illustrating both its age and the quality of the metalwork.
The open-ring design with characteristic omega-shaped terminals was commonly used to fasten cloaks or garments. Despite its age, the brooch’s form and decorative features remain clearly visible, with it’s original pin intact.
Brooches of this type were widely worn across Anglo-Scandinavian communities during the 10th–11th centuries, reflecting the fusion of Viking and Anglo-Saxon artistic motifs. The piece provides insight into the clothing and daily life of its period, as well as the metallurgical techniques employed by craftsmen of the era.
Its preservation, particularly the intact terminals and detailed surface, makes it a valuable example for study or display.
Specimen Details:
Type: Penannular ‘Omega’ brooch
Material: Bronze
Date: c. 900–1100 AD
Origin: Medieval England (Southern)
Size: 45mm L x 39mm W
Condition: Very good; well-preserved form and terminals; fine patina highlighting surface detail. Intact with original pin.
Provenance: Previously part of an old Northern Irish Collection of Artefacts. The specimen itself was originally excavated in Southern England.
Details
Culture
Viking Era
Century/timeframe
c. 900-1100 AD
Name of object
Penannular ‘Omega’ Brooch
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2012
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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