Ca. 700-1100 AD. Viking Age. A heavy silver bracelet with a circular section and wrapped terminals from which hang Thor's hammer amulets comprising with wrapped suspension loops, vertical shafts, and a horizontal heads in the shape of a wide-angled chevron and decorated with a series of stamped decorations. In Norse mythology Thor's hammer, Mjöllnir, is the greatest of all the gods' treasure as it represents Thor's role as a protector of both humans and the gods from the ever-present threat of the giants. When worn a pendant or adorning jewelery this symbol represents Thor's sacred function as a protective diety and served an amuletic function. Excellent condition. Size: L:79mm / W:79mm ; 70.8g; Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.