Viking Gilt Bronze Horse Harness Pendant with Birds

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Circa 10th century A.D. Square in plan with hollow body, repoussé motif of a tree with flanking birds at the sides and serpents below; integral suspension loop. Cf. Arbman, H., Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940, plate 96 (4), for similar pendants and mounts. 19.42 grams, 44.78 mm (1 3/4in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of a London gentleman, from his grandfather's collection formed before the early 1970s. 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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