10th-11th century AD. Vikings were highly skilled metallurgists, and as a result, breaking metal had supernatural significance for them. Breaking ringjarn (iron rings) as shown on the Larbro Stone in Gotland Sweden, was thought to destroy the spirits of enemies. Similarly, Viking weapons and accouterments were broken for burial with their owners. This is the end of a fine Viking warrior’s bronze bracelet, ritually broken. It is about 1” x 3/4” and hand-decorated with transverse end bands and a panel with mirror imaged stylized curvilinear foliage. It has been professionally refurbished with a pure silver overlay and mounted to a Sterling silver 18” neck chain for modern wear. It comes with a certification of authenticity and is jewelry gift boxed. Among the very best for these.
