9th-12th century AD. An iron mount formed as a stylised hammer with tapering handle and two rivetted attachment studs to the reverse; offered with a narrow bronze suspension ring. See Arbman, H., Birka I: Die Graber, Uppsala, 1940, plate 105, item 1, for type.8.06 grams total, 21-49mm (1 - 2"). Property of a professional collector; acquired before 1990.[No Reserve]