Sword-pommel
Title
Sword-pommel
Subject
Archaeology
Description
Sword-pommel; silver-gilt. Late 8th century, of Anglo-Saxon or Pictish origin. If Pictish, it represents an adaptation of a typically Anglo-Saxon design. Front and rear are identical in their pattern, made up of elaborately interlaced, speckled beasts.
Part of the St Ninian's Hoard, discovered in 1958.
For more information on the St Ninian's Isle treasure hoard, visit
http://www.nms.ac.uk/our_collections/collection_highlights/st_ninians_isle_treasure.aspx
© The Trustees of the National Museums of Scotland.
Part of the St Ninian's Hoard, discovered in 1958.
For more information on the St Ninian's Isle treasure hoard, visit
http://www.nms.ac.uk/our_collections/collection_highlights/st_ninians_isle_treasure.aspx
© The Trustees of the National Museums of Scotland.
Creator
National Museums of Scotland
Date
Late 8th century.
Files
Citation
National Museums of Scotland, “Sword-pommel,” Woruldhord, accessed September 30, 2023, http://poppy.nsms.ox.ac.uk/woruldhord/items/show/628.