Feminine Viking heart pendant necklace 9th-10th century AD

Feminine Viking heart pendant necklace 9th-10th century AD

Details

• Genuine Viking heart pendant necklace
• It is 21 mm (3/4″) height plus the loop, of elegant, elongated form and weighs 1.82 gm
• Made by the open face mould process
• The foliate trefoil design was a very popular motif for Viking hearts
• The form is said to be a heart, but may also represent the sacred beauty of the female form
• For Vikings, the heart stood for bravery, fortitude, loyalty, integrity, attributes of the warrior. It is abundantly referenced in Viking literature
• This piece is professionally refurbished with the gold surface restored for contemporary wear on a modern gilt Sterling silver neck chain, 51 cm (20 inches) long.
• Comes with a certification of authenticity
• This is an authentic example of the beauty, delicacy and grace of the Viking culture
• The Vikings were full of heart and their jewellery is rich with Pagan symbolism.