Copper-alloy, 25.74 grams, 47.95 mm. Circa 10th – 11th century AD. A popular design of Anglo-Scandinavian stirrup mount of Class A, Type 11A which features a lion passant with raised forepaw, tail and head, and with its mouth open as if roaring. The design is reserved against the background. The modelling on this example is very heavy to give a full three-dimensional effect. The single upper rivet hole is intact and the floriate detailing on the upper loop is complete. The rear flange is pierced for a second attachment rivet. Reference: Williams, D. Late Saxon Stirrup-Strap Mounts - A Classification and Catalogue, CBA Research Report 111, Oxford, 1997, p.58ff. Very fine condition.