Viking Age Bronze Pendant Hanger with Horse Heads and Chain Drops

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Circa 9th-11th century A.D. Hanger with addorsed horse-heads each on a curved neck, transverse bar below with six loops to the underside, median loop above; each lower loop with attached length of chai supporting a rumbler bell or jingle. Cf. Sedov, B.B., Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, pl.LXV, for type. 120 grams, 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the mid 1980s. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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