Viking Era Bronze Rare, Huge Fishing Hook with an Ornamented Rectangular Part
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Viking Era Bronze rare, huge fishing hook with an ornamented rectangular part, dating to the 9th–11th century AD, original/official, acquired in 2026 from a European auction house, previously owned in Europe since 1990, weight 4.8 g.
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Description from the seller
Viking Era Bronze Rare, Huge Fishing Hook with an Ornamented Rectangular Part.
Very attractive specimen with a nice dark patina, solar ornaments, and two X- shaped St. Andrews crosses.
Rare, presumably a votive hook, with mostly symbolic purpose.
Length: 4.8 g.
Important Notice: Before placing a bid, please be aware, that we are shipping only within the EU countries.
Viking Era Bronze Rare, Huge Fishing Hook with an Ornamented Rectangular Part.
Very attractive specimen with a nice dark patina, solar ornaments, and two X- shaped St. Andrews crosses.
Rare, presumably a votive hook, with mostly symbolic purpose.
Length: 4.8 g.
Important Notice: Before placing a bid, please be aware, that we are shipping only within the EU countries.
Details
Culture
Viking Era
Century/timeframe
9th-11th Century AD.
Name of object
Rare, Huge Fishing Hook with an Ornamented Rectangular Part
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
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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