MEDIEVAL EUROPEAN PAGAN AMULET OR CHARM 8TH-12TH CENTURY AD

Gilt bronze, over ½” (0.56”) height plus the loop. Arched form with a perfunctory representation of a face on arched base. A broad head dress suggests a noble or clerical subject, however the face is upside down as worn, an act of disrespect. A provincial production dating to the period of mandatory conversion to Christianity and possible and expression of defiance. Professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored, on an 18” modern sterling silver neck chain. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.