A smaller version of our other brass oval brooches. Perfect for petite women or girls.  Viking women wore a pair of these Small Hammered Brass Oval or Turtle Viking Brooches to support the apron dress most Viking women wear. Colorful glass and metal beads which sometimes included pedants were strung between these brooches. This elaborate decoration allowed the Viking lady to boast her wealth. The finer the brooches and many strands of decorations indicated a chieftain’s wife.  Circa 9th -11th century. 2 3/4" tall x 1 7/8" wide.