Viking period : beautiful bronze bracelet with decoration

Mooie bronzen Viking armband. Rijk gedecoreerd. * Verzending alleen naar landen binnen de Europese UnieA Viking bracelet was a piece of jewelry worn by men and women in Viking Age Scandinavia, which is roughly from the 7th to the 10th century. It was a metal band that was worn around the upper arm or wrist, usually made from silver or gold, but sometimes also from other materials such as bronze or iron.The Viking bracelet was not only a decorative piece but also had symbolic and practical purposes. It was often given as a gift or worn to show social status, wealth, and power. It was also believed to have protective and magical properties, and was sometimes inscribed with runes or other symbols for this purpose.The designs of Viking bracelets were diverse and varied, reflecting the different regions and cultures within Viking society. Some bracelets were simple and plain, while others were intricately decorated with animal or geometric motifs, knotwork, or mythological creatures.Materiaal: bronsDatering: 8e/13e eeuw n. Chr.Herkomst: EuropaAfmetingen: grootste diameter ca. 60 mmConditie: goede conditie, met de gebruikelijke ouderdomssporen. Provenance.De aanbieder garandeert dat hij dit item op legale wijze heeft verkregen.Afkomstig uit een Nederlandse collectie verzameld sinds 1975.Zie scans voor... lees verder bij Catawiki