9th-12th century AD. A sheet-gold lunate pendant, furnished with a ribbed suspension loop. Cf. Sedova, M.V., ????????? ?? ???? ? ??????? (Copper-alloy jewellery), Kiev, 2007. 2.07 grams, 21mm (1"). From a central London collection; previously in a European collection formed 1979-1989. Also popular in the Roman era, these pendants were believed to hold apotropaic qualities. [No Reserve] Condition Report Fair condition, wear marks.