Viking Era Bronze, Amulet of the mythological Scandinavian dragon Fafnir - 43 mm - 9th-11th century AD Amulet (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller
Extremely rare Viking pendant amulet of the mythological Scandinavian dragon Fafnir.
Viking mythological dragon-shaped amulet. The dragon was a popular creature among the Vikings; the most famous of all was the Fafnir Dragon.
Origin: Scandinavia
Material: beautiful bronze with a smooth patina.
Status: Very good / see photos
Date: 9th to 11th centuries AD - Medieval era
Size: 43 x 20 mm
Weighs 17.12 grams.
Origin
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, at an antique market.
Collected since: 1980s.
Previous owners' history: Old Austrian private collection.
The provider guarantees that he/she/they acquired this piece legally.
The seller will arrange for all necessary permits.
Shipments outside the EU are not made.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
It is guaranteed that this item is an authentic Fafnir dragon amulet.
Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this origin.
Important information.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to send this batch.
898/nummitra 5
Extremely rare Viking pendant amulet of the mythological Scandinavian dragon Fafnir.
Viking mythological dragon-shaped amulet. The dragon was a popular creature among the Vikings; the most famous of all was the Fafnir Dragon.
Origin: Scandinavia
Material: beautiful bronze with a smooth patina.
Status: Very good / see photos
Date: 9th to 11th centuries AD - Medieval era
Size: 43 x 20 mm
Weighs 17.12 grams.
Origin
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, at an antique market.
Collected since: 1980s.
Previous owners' history: Old Austrian private collection.
The provider guarantees that he/she/they acquired this piece legally.
The seller will arrange for all necessary permits.
Shipments outside the EU are not made.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
It is guaranteed that this item is an authentic Fafnir dragon amulet.
Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this origin.
Important information.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to send this batch.
898/nummitra 5
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Viking Era
Metal
Amulet of the mythological Scandinavian dragon Fafnir - 43 mm - 9th-11th century AD, Bronze
Century/ Timeframe
IX-XI DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
17.12 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
Europe
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
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
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
