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