10th-12th century AD. A fragmentary crescentic silvered pendant, possibly of Mordvinian workmanship, axe-shaped extensions to the lower edge, two absent; a border of smaller axe-shaped extension to the upper edge, two pierced lugs to the partial suspension loop; punched line decoration. 5.34 grams, 61mm (2 1/2"). Property of a professional gentleman, acquired 2011; formerly in a private collection formed before 1950. [No Reserve]