PRE-VIKING HUGE SILVER-GILT STRAP WITH EAGLE HEADS

Northern/Central Europe, Ca. 600-800 AD. A stunning silver-gilt strap distributor with a central round plate and four eagle-head fittings. The design features intricate notch decorations with gilding. There is a captivating decorative stone positioned in the centre. Excellent condition. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. Size: L:260mm / W:250mm ; 330g Provenance: Property of a London ancient art gallery; Ex. South German private collection. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.