Viking Bronze Buckle with Beast Head
9th-11th century A.D. Displaying high-relief detailing to the bow, zoomorphs with central triangular mask and openwork limbs; bar to the rear. Cf. Hammond, B., British Artefacts vol.2 - Middle Saxon & Viking, Witham, 2010, item 1.2b.9.4 grams, 36 mm (1 3/8 in.). From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.[No Reserve]For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price