VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH, 850-1050 AD

$245.00 Sale

About 1 1/2” (1.49”) width, oval form. The ends curled. Original cross pin. Worn in numbers on the leather war jerkin, at an ounce each, a few pounds could be added providing significant protection against sword blows. See current Public Broadcasting for Vikings wearing a protective brooch. Light texture from burial and the pure silver surface renewed. Mounted with an 18” modern Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity. 

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