Viking Era -Bronze Viking Talisman with the mythological...

In ancient times, people attributed magical powers to talismans and used them to protect themselves against all kinds of problems. Mythological Viking amulet/talisman in the shape of a dragon. The Dragon was a popular creature for the Vikings; the most famous of all was the Dragon Fafnir. Origin: Scandinavia Date: 9th to 11th centuries AD Material: bronze, very beautiful Dimensions: 38 x 15 x 4 mm Weight: 5.61 g Condition: Excellent, usable; see photos. Its surface shows the calcifications and concretions typical of its antiquity and of prolonged burial, and these are the best guarantee of its authenticity, This item does not require an export license within the EU We do not ship outside the EU. Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the "Art, Antiquities and Collectibles Fair." Collected since: 1970s. Previous owners' history: Old Austrian private collection. IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and era have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods.. By bidding, the purchaser accepts my terms. If you do not agree, please do not bid. The seller guarantees that they acquired this piece legally. The documentation proving this provenance has been seen by Catawiki. Important information that the seller guarantees they have the right to sell/export this lot. 1567/NAM

Estimación:€150

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