Scandinavian Viking Silver Filigree Tau Cross Pendant

拍品描述

Circa 10th-12th century A.D. Cruciform hollow pendant with applied interlaced granulation to the obverse, filigree borders and scrolled interlaced 'face' design on the suspension bar. Cf. Franceschi, G., Jorn, A. & Magnus, B., Mennesker, Guder og Masker i Nordisk Jernalderkunst, vol.1, Borgen, 2005, pl.227, for type. 3.62 grams, 31 mm (1 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] Private collection formed in Europe in the 1980s. Westminster collection, central London, UK. 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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