Cultures/periods:
Viking
Production date:
11thC-12thC
Found/Acquired:
Europe: Scandinavia: Sweden: Gotland: Fröjel
Materials:
copper alloy; silver; niello; gold
Technique:
cast; gilded; inlaid
The copper alloy pendant consists of a cast subrectangular fish-shaped plate. The exterior is covered with silver leaf applique with blackened geometric weave and trefoil knot. There are four panels with gilded animal limbs, two of which have damaged side perforations for hanging. One of the mounting rivets, possibly of secondary origin and added for use as a brooch, is preserved.