The ultimate in Viking Bling! Viking women wore a pair of these 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. 3 1/2" tall x 2 1/2" wide.