Viking Age Bronze Tortoise Brooch Pair
Circa 10th century A.D. Each composed of a domed ovoid body with chased lozenges and geometric motifs, five projecting studs in cruciform arrangement; remains of pin lug and catchplate to reverse. Cf. Portable Antiquities Scheme LON-F2F201 and for similar brooches published by see Leahy, K. and Lewis, M., Finds Identified II, London, 2018, pp.102-104.141 grams total, 71 mm each (2 3/4 in.). From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. These brooches are usually found on the breast of Viking women in grave excavations. Two oval brooches on the upper chest represent the pinafore dress worn by the Viking women, decorated with zoomorphic or geometric ornaments. [2, No Reserve]For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price