Description:

Northern Europe, Viking or Norse culture, ca. 8th to 11th century CE. A stunning and wearable silver bracelet comprised of thick 90.4% silver braided wire surrounding the wrist. The ends transition to coiled bands that twist into a double spiral motif, resembling a brooch comprised of two large and two small spirals that are stamped and embossed with circular motifs. Spirals and serpentine shapes were a symbol in many cultures of unending cycles of life. The Old Norse word for armlets is "baugr," often used metaphorically used for the coiled Midgard serpent that encircles the terrestrial world. This is wearable silver piece of Viking symbolism that is beautifully crafted. Size (full): 10" Diameter x 3.125" W x 2.5" H (25.4 cm x 7.9 cm x 6.4 cm); (interior diameter): 2.5" W (6.4 cm); (spirals): 2" L x 2.125" W (5.1 cm x 5.4 cm); quality of silver: 90.4%; total weight: 86 grams.

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-private Kaliningrad (Koenigsberg) and then Latvia collection; found on the Baltic Sea coast prior to 1982

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  • Condition: Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Softening of finer details. Nice green patina in recessed areas. A nice wearable silver piece

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