ANCIENT VIKING LUNAR PENDANT NECKLACE, C.900-1000 AD
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Gilt bronze. As expert navigators, the constellations signified mystery and power to Vikings. Lunar pendants were worn as pectorals as well as suspended from belts, other clothing, and horse harnesses. This example is 1 3/8” (1.41” high with a bulbous central column with four ball medial cluster representing a celestial convergence or even. It is superimposed on the crescent moon, with matching bulbous terminals representing Sol the sun and Mani the moon. Professionally refurbished with the 24-karat gold overlay restored for contemporary wear. On a modern gilt Sterling silver 18” neck chain, gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.
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