Lot Nr.1989

A Viking Thor's hammer pendant made from electrum,

9th/10th century. A forged, stylised hammer made of silver-gold alloy (approx. 40% gold, 50% silver, and 10% copper). Both sides with punched ornamental decor, the flattened end with a forged loop. Length 4.8 cm, weight 18.7 g.
Extremely rare evidence of the adoration of Nordic gods in the time of the early Christianisation.
Cf. Hermann Historica, 60th auction, lot 2116 with a similar piece.

Condition: II-

Limit: 4800 EURO

4800 EURO