Viking Bronze Bird Brooch
10th century A.D. Modelled in profile with radiating tripartite crest, triangular stub wing, splayed feet, catch and pin-lugs to the reverse. Cf. Hammond, B., British Artefacts vol.3 - Late Saxon, Late Viking & Norman, Witham, 2013, item 1.1.3-d. 10.9 grams, 38 mm (1 1/2 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]