ANGLO-SCANDINAVIAN VIKING BRONZE STIRRUP APEX MOUNT WITH HOWLING BEAST

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11th century A.D. Formed with a tongue-shaped body, of Williams's Class A Type 11 with pierced trefoil lug above, ledge to the reverse, two fixing holes, high-relief profile wolf with head thrown back and mouth open in a howling posture. Cf. Williams, D., Late Saxon Stirrup-Strap Mounts, York, 1997, p.59. 24 grams, 49.5 mm (1 74/8 in.). [No Reserve] Ex Manchester, UK, collection, 1990s. Accompanied by a previous typed catalogue information card. 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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