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FINE VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH NECKLACE, 850-1050 AD - Picardi Jewelry
FINE VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH NECKLACE, 850-1050 AD - Picardi Jewelry
FINE VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH NECKLACE, 850-1050 AD - Picardi Jewelry
FINE VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH NECKLACE, 850-1050 AD - Picardi Jewelry


FINE VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH NECKLACE, 850-1050 AD

B5037

Regular price $425.00 Sale

About 2 1/8” width, oval form, round section with roped frame, reflecting the Viking fascination with the spiral or helix. The ends flattened and curled. Straight 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. Surface texture from burial and the 24karat gold surface renewed. Mounted with a modern gilt Sterling silver mounted leather neck cord for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.