VIKING LUNAR/ASTROLOGICAL PENDANT NECKLACE C.850-950 AD

Gilt bronze, over 3/4” wide. As expert navigators, the constellations signified mystery and power to Vikings. Rounded crescent with expanded terminals representing the Sun and Moon, personified. Vikings relied on astronomy to navigate and the heavenly bodies had supernatural significance. Heavy example for its size. Professionally refurbished with the gold overlay restored and mounted on a modern gilt neck chain for contemporary wear. Gift boxed with a certificate of authenticity.