No. 104921928

Viking Era Bronze Bracelet with Geometric Decoration
No. 104921928

Viking Era Bronze Bracelet with Geometric Decoration
Dimensions: Length (outer): 63 mm - Width: 41 mm - Band height: 11 mm
Material: Copper alloy (bronze)
Period: Viking Age, approximately 8th–11th century AD
Origin: Northern Europe (Scandinavia / Baltic region)
Condition: Good condition for age. Surface patina is stable and intact. Minor surface wear and soil encrustation consistent with archaeological origin. No modern repairs or restorations apparent.
A beautifully preserved Viking Age open-ended bronze bracelet featuring an all-over incised geometric decoration along its outer face. The bracelet displays a rich, even green patina consistent with long-term burial in soil, indicative of authentic age and untouched oxidation.
The surface is adorned with a continuous band of incised geometric motifs — including angular patterns, cross-hatching, and runic-style symbols — characteristic of Scandinavian metalwork from the Viking period (c. 8th–11th century AD). The decoration is crisp and well-defined, suggesting skilled craftsmanship and careful execution.
The bracelet retains its original open-cuff form, typical of Viking personal adornment worn on the wrist or upper arm. Both terminals survive.
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