Viking Sorceress's Pendant Necklace, 10th-11th Century Ad

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1 5/8" height plus the suspension loop. In four pieces with a banded hollow back cylindrical top bar suspending three … Read more 1 5/8" height plus the suspension loop. In four pieces with a banded hollow back cylindrical top bar suspending three duck 's feet.

A burial at Fyrkat, Denmark contained the body of a woman of wealth and status buried with henbane seeds, which have hallucinogenic properties, and a wand as well as other objects. From these, archeologists concluded that she was a seeress or sorceress. The grave contained a necklace hung with three duck 's feet pendants very similar to this.

Among Vikings, sorcery was practiced by women only. It was specifically considered to be unmanly.

Professionally refurbished with the silver surface restored, on a Sterling silver neck chain, suitable for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity. See less