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Viking Bronze Hinged Reliquary > Lot No. 1045
Description:
A cast bronze triangular reliquary box with three hinge loops to the upper end; coiled wire decoration to the upper and lower faces, tinned; the upper face split to open, with movable collar to secure.
Culture/Period:
Circa 9th-11th century AD
Measurements:
Bronze, 30 grams, 88 mm
Size :
3 1/2"
Condition:
Fine condition.
Provenance:
Property of a London Gentleman; acquired before 1985.
Estimate: £300 - 400 (EUR 370 - 500; USD 480 - 640)
Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities
Sold for: £180
Lot No. 1045