VIKING SILVERED DOUBLE BEAD, 9TH-11TH CENTURY AD

Silvered bronze, about 6.4mm (0.25”) in diameter and 8.8mm in length of tubular form with beveled edges forming two beads. The double bead form was a Viking favorite. Originally strung with tubular pendants, as part of an elaborate aegis or pectoral or used as a beard ring or hair ornament. Professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored.