£80
Large Anglo-Saxon Inlaid Zoomorphic Strap-End. Circa 7th-8th century CE. Copper-alloy, 14.18g. 56 mm. A long tappering body terminating with a stylised animal head. Detailed with a lozenge-shaped panel of niello and silver coils between the eyes and ears. The upper body has two rectangular panels decorated with niello and silver wire scroll work. Both copper rivets remain intact. Ref: Gabor Thomas. A Survey of Late Anglo-Saxon and Viking-Age Strap-Ends from Britain. Type A, A1b.
Fees apply to the hammer price:
Room and Absentee Bids:
26.40% inc VAT*
Online and Autobids:
30% inc VAT*
