FINE VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH, 900-1050 AD
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$375.00
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Gilt bronze, just under 7/8” diameter (0.85”), low domed form with flat faces and rounded edges. The front with an incised line off center and tapered cross pin. When fastened to the jerkin, these small metal brooches provided a measure of protection against sword cuts and, in fact, were a form of armor. In addition to being more decorative, examples of this form provided added protection with the trailing tails. See current Public Television programming for documentation of these in action. As protectors, they also held spiritual significance for the warrior. Quite crisp with good detail. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold overlay.
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