10th-11th century AD. A matched pair of gold bracelets each formed of twisted rods narrowing to each end with hook-and-eye fastening. Similar to a heavier example found by Mrs. K. Creasy in 1978, Torbay, Devon, UK, and sold at Sotheby's, New Bond Street, 10 July 1979, lot 31. 30.97 grams total, 55mm each (2 1/4"). Property of a North London gentleman; previously in a private collection formed in the 1990s. [2] [A video of this item is available to view on TimeLine Auctions website.]Very fine condition.