Viking Era Bronze Arrowhead pendant (No reserve price)
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Bronze Viking Era arrowhead pendant, 18 × 14 mm, dating to the 9th–11th century AD, in extremely fine condition.
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Description from the seller
This bronze Viking pendant is crafted in the shape of a stylized arrowhead, a motif often associated with protection, strength, and hunting in the Viking Age. The pendant features a clear, symmetrical arrow form with a sturdy suspension loop at the top, carefully cast in bronze. Its surface shows a natural, centuries-old patina that highlights its authenticity and age. Such pendants were likely worn as amulets, meant to bring courage and good fortune, or as decorative ornaments that reflected the wearer’s status.
Material: Bronze
Date: Early Medieval, Viking era, 9th - 11th century AD
Measurement: 18 x 14 mm
Condition: Extremely fine, see pictures.
International registered Delivery.
Provenance: The Supplier warrants that it has obtained this lot in a legal manner.
Previously the property from a private German collector, acquired on the European art market in the 1990s
Important information:
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally , provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
This bronze Viking pendant is crafted in the shape of a stylized arrowhead, a motif often associated with protection, strength, and hunting in the Viking Age. The pendant features a clear, symmetrical arrow form with a sturdy suspension loop at the top, carefully cast in bronze. Its surface shows a natural, centuries-old patina that highlights its authenticity and age. Such pendants were likely worn as amulets, meant to bring courage and good fortune, or as decorative ornaments that reflected the wearer’s status.
Material: Bronze
Date: Early Medieval, Viking era, 9th - 11th century AD
Measurement: 18 x 14 mm
Condition: Extremely fine, see pictures.
International registered Delivery.
Provenance: The Supplier warrants that it has obtained this lot in a legal manner.
Previously the property from a private German collector, acquired on the European art market in the 1990s
Important information:
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally , provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Viking Era
Century/ Timeframe
9-11th century AD
Name of object
Arrowhead pendant
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2021
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
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
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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.
