VIKING LUNAR/ASTROLOGICAL PENDANT NECKLACE C.900-1050 AD

Gilt bronze. As expert navigators, the constellations signified mystery and power to Vikings. The Moon was personified as Mani, brother to Sol the Sun, and is abundantly represented in Norse literature. This example is just under 1" in height and fashioned as a crescent. Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored and mounted on a modern gilt neck chain for contemporary wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.