Pendant Hedeby Patrix, Bronze

Pendant Haithabu / Hedeby Patrix

So-called patrices were found in the harbour basin of the Viking settlement of Haithabu (Hedeby). These original models were used to make magnificent amulet pendants. A sheet of metal was driven over the patrix and then decorated with pearl wires and other elements. The patrix served as a kind of stamp or male mould.

What such a magnificent piece of jewellery might have looked like is shown by comparative finds from the island of Hiddensee near Rügen.

This pendant is a reworking of such a patrix from the port of Haithabu. Handmade from real bronze, delivered with leather thong. Size 35x30mm.