A striking Roman in the form of a symbolic key, cast in solid bronze and suspended from a circular loop. The object displays the characteristic angular, L-shaped profile associated not with practical locks, but with ritual or emblematic keys of the Viking Age. In Norse and early medieval belief systems, keys were powerful symbols of authority, guardianship, and access—not merely to physical spaces, but to the household, lineage, and spiritual protection. Such keys are frequently linked to women of status, often interpreted as markers of the mistress of the household, entrusted with both domestic and symbolic power. The surface shows a rich natural green patina, consistent with long burial and age, with no modern restoration. The form is compact yet monumental, emphasizing its amuletic rather than utilitarian purpose. This type of object is especially prized by collectors for its strong symbolic language, bridging pagan Norse tradition and emerging Christian-era social structures. Material: Bronze Date: c. 8th–11th century AD Condition: Very good archaeological condition, stable patina