VIKING PROTECTIVE BROOCH, 850-1050 AD

About 2 3/4” (2.76”) width, spiral twist oval form. The ends curled. Original cross pin. Worn in numbers on the leather war jerkin, at an ounce each, a few pounds could be added providing significant protection against sword blows. See current Public Broadcasting for Vikings wearing a protective brooch. Light texture from burial and the pure silver surface renewed. Mounted with an 18” modern Sterling silver mounted polished leather neck cord  for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.