Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Mount with Dragons
9th-11th century A.D. Formed as two opposed beasts issuing from a central panel; each head formed with a large elliptical eye, scrolled decoration to the neck and scrolled surround to the central perforation; collector's id. number '91.420.51' to reverse. Cf. Campbell, J., The Anglo-Saxons, item 24, decoration of an equal-arm brooch from Haslingfield, Cambridge.7.22 grams, 49 mm (2 in.). Acquired 1991. From an important Mayfair, London, UK collection. Inventory no.420.51 / cat.91.[No Reserve]For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price
Price realized | 45 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 100 GBP |