8th-10th century AD. A bronze pendant group comprising a central ring and five radiating chains, three with a ring with bird-head finials, one a wheel with open hub and the fifth a crotal bell. See Sedov, B.B. Finno-Ugri i Balti v Epokhi Srednevekovija, Moscow, 1987, pl.LVII, item 8 for type. 60 grams total, 21cm overall (8 1/4"). Property of a professional gentleman, acquired 2011; formerly in a private collection formed before 1950. [No Reserve]