Mount
Unknown artist, 7th century

This gold mount is filigree-decorated within a beaded wire border. Pendants set with garnets and wire decoration were popular in the 7th century AD. Comparison with other saxon jewellery indicates that this came from a womanÂ’s necklace pendant, and was probably the centre of a larger pendant. Chelmsford only has a small collection of Saxon artefacts and therefore this beautiful work is a welcome addition and will be used to interpret the so called Dark Ages.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Mount, 7th century
Date supported
2008
Medium and material
Gold & garnet
Dimensions
Diameter: 2.2 cm
Grant
900
Total cost
3000

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