Medieval Viking Silver Penannular Brooch c10th Century

Description

Heading: Early Medieval Viking silver penannular brooch c10th century

Material: Silver

Period: Viking/Early Medieval

Date: 9th to 11th century

Origin: Northern Europe

Condition: VF, some discolouring to metal

Description: Penannular/omega brooch with curled finials; the pin, also of silver, is in place to annular area.

Size and Weight: 32mm x 25mm, 9.52g

Features and Provenance: From a UK collection acquired in 1970’s

This type of penannular brooch – also known as an omega brooch – was worn on the shoulder or chest to close a cloak. The delicate nature of this brooch may indicate that it was worn by a well to do woman rather than as male attire and so probably on the shoulder. Their art work and everyday items were greatly influenced by their travels, many cultures were absorbed such as those of Finland and Russia.

Condition Summary. This varies with the age of the artefact and there are grades between

Extremely Fine (EF). Very slight traces of wear. all parts of pattern etc present. visible and clear

Very Fine (VF). Some signs of wear on the higher parts of the relief. all parts of pattern etc present. but may be worn

Fine (F). Wear on the artefact and parts of item and pattern etc may be missing or not visible