Viking Era Bronze pendant. In excellent condition. (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze Viking Age pendant in excellent condition, 18 × 16.5 mm and 1.29 g, dating to the 9th–11th centuries, authentic and original, acquired in 2015 from an auction in Barcelona as part of a private European collection.
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A beautiful bronze pendant in the Viking Age zoomorphic style.
The Viking Age (9th–11th centuries).
The artifact is crafted in a distinctive zoomorphic style featuring fluid, serpentine motifs that embody the ancient mythology and sacred beliefs of northern peoples regarding power, protection, and rebirth.
In Scandinavian tradition, the serpent (or dragon) symbolized wisdom, hidden power, and the continuity of the life cycle—a prime example being Jörmungandr, who encircles the worlds. Such amulets served not merely as ornaments but as powerful protective charms that accompanied their owners on long voyages, along trade routes, and in everyday life.
Ancient bronze, noble patina with characteristic traces of age and burial in the soil.The geometry and silhouette are fully discernible, and the relief is expressive.
The metal is strong.Signs of wear consistent with age and use. Wearable. 100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 18 x 16.5 mm.
Weight: 1.29 grams.
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.
A beautiful bronze pendant in the Viking Age zoomorphic style.
The Viking Age (9th–11th centuries).
The artifact is crafted in a distinctive zoomorphic style featuring fluid, serpentine motifs that embody the ancient mythology and sacred beliefs of northern peoples regarding power, protection, and rebirth.
In Scandinavian tradition, the serpent (or dragon) symbolized wisdom, hidden power, and the continuity of the life cycle—a prime example being Jörmungandr, who encircles the worlds. Such amulets served not merely as ornaments but as powerful protective charms that accompanied their owners on long voyages, along trade routes, and in everyday life.
Ancient bronze, noble patina with characteristic traces of age and burial in the soil.The geometry and silhouette are fully discernible, and the relief is expressive.
The metal is strong.Signs of wear consistent with age and use. Wearable. 100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 18 x 16.5 mm.
Weight: 1.29 grams.
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.
Details
Culture
Viking Era
Century/timeframe
9-11 ad
Name of object
pendant. In excellent condition.
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2015
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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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