SCANDINAVIAN HEART PENDANT NECKLACE, 11TH-12TH CENTURY AD

The period of conversion to Christianity for Vikings. A remnant of the old pagan mythology in the form of a cusped heart quadrisected by a cross surmounted by a beaded edge central heart. A curious throwback to Viking pagan religion, elements of which were blended with Christianity. Such “transitional” elements were common and persist even today in the form of superstitions and belief in the occult. The form is unmistakably Viking. Slightly under 3/4” (0.72”) height plus the suspension loop. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored on an 18” gilt sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.