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VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH 850-1050 AD - Fagan Arms
VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH 850-1050 AD
VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH 850-1050 AD

VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH 850-1050 AD

FNS9424

$355.00 Sale

About 1 3/4” width, oval form with the ends reeded and 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. Light texture from burial and the silver surface renewed. Mounted with a modern sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.