10th-12th century A.D. Of crescentic form and of Northern European type (also widespread in the historical Rus region), with beaded border, finely decorated integral loop, very fine granular decoration with three raised bosses. Cf. Graham-Campbell, J., The Vikings, The British Museum, London, 1980, p.51, for grams, 45 mm (1 3/4 in.). Acquired on the German art market before 2000. From an old Munich collection.For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price