Gilt bronze. C.900-1000 AD. As expert navigators, the constellations signified mystery and power to Vikings. The Moon, was personified as Mani, brother to Sol the Sun, and is abundantly represented in Norse literature. Lunar pendants were worn as pectorals as well as suspended from belts, other clothing and horse harness. This example, is 7/8” wide and fashioned as the basic crescent moon.

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No Reserve:
This lot starts at $1 and has no reserve as a courtesy so that collectors can determine the true market value on this authentic item.

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Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored for contemporary wear.