MEDIEVAL TREFOIL PENDANT, 10th-15th CENTURY

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Silvered bronze, 7/8" width, of three closed buds form. Each bud of naturalistic form is sculpted in high relief. On a modern Sterling silver neck chain with the silver surface restored. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. The trefoil was a popular motif from the time of mass conversion to Christianity, the early 9th century. It was a basic decorative motif for Vikings and for Christians, it represented the Holy Trinity.

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MEDIEVAL TREFOIL PENDANT, 10th-15th CENTURY

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Genuine Ancient Jewelry for Modern Wear

Feb 12, 2026 10:00 AM EST

New York, NY, United States

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VIKING WEDDING RING 9TH-11TH CENTURY AD, SIZE 10 1/4

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FINE ROMAN LEGIONARY’S SWORD BELT MOUNT NECKLACE, LATE 4TH CENTURY AD

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