Saxon sword-mount of silver, ornamented with gold and niello inlay.
Silver sword-mount by Unknown Artist, 9th century
© British Museum
Details
- Medium:
- Silver
- Art Fund grant:
- £25 ( Total: £25)
- Acquired in:
- 1944
- Vendor:
- Mr S Nicholson
Venue details
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