ANCIENT VIKING LUNAR PENDANT C.900-1000 AD
Gilt bronze. As expert navigators, the constellations signified mystery and power to Vikings. Lunar pendants were worn as pectorals as well as suspended from belts, other clothing and horse harnesses. This example is about 1”. The body is a medially ribbed crescent (Moon) with ball terminals representing Sol the sun and Mani the Moon. It is supported on a column expanded above and below the crescent which is a further celestial reference. Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored for contemporary wear.
Reserve: $170.00
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Location: This item ships from Michigan.
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Gilt bronze. As expert navigators, the constellations signified mystery and power to Vikings. Lunar pendants were worn as pectorals as well as suspended from belts, other clothing and horse harnesses. This example is about 1”. The body is a medially ribbed crescent (Moon) with ball terminals representing Sol the sun and Mani the Moon. It is supported on a column expanded above and below the crescent which is a further celestial reference. Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored for contemporary wear.
Reserve: $170.00
Shipping: All Items shipped within 48 hours by expedited shipping UPS or USPS.
Domestic: Flat-rate of $9.95 (for one or more lots) to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Flat rate of $12.95 (for one or more lots) to anywhere in the world.
Combined shipping: Free combined shipping for multiple lots won in this auction.
Location: This item ships from Michigan.
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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