FINE VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH, 850-1050 AD
C6189
Regular price
$385.00
Sale
Just over 2” (2.01”) width, oval form with the ends intricately 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. Crisp with surface texture from burial and the 24karat gold surface renewed. Mounted with an 18” modern gilt mounted polished leather neck cord for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.