Anglo-Saxon Iron Ship Rivet
Circa 6th century A.D. An iron ship rivet composed of a tapering rectangular-section body and broad, slightly domed head. Cf. Bruce-Mitford, R., The Sutton Hoo Ship Burial. Volume I, London, 1975, p.122, fig.80, for comparison. 75 grams, 57 mm (2 1/4 in.). Found UK.Essex gallery, early 2000s. [No Reserve]
Price realized | 10 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 30 GBP |