Viking Period Lock and Key Group
Circa 10th-12th century A.D. A group of iron keys and a lock; three keys with square pierced finials; one with a disc finial, two square voids; one with a cruciform head. crimped edges and void; iron barrel padlock with hasp. Cf. Arbman, H., Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940, plate 108. 250 grams total, 10.7-11.8 cm (4 1/8 - 4 5/8 in.). Acquired 1971-1972.From the collection of the vendor's father.Property of a London, UK, collector. [6, No Reserve]