Copper-alloy, 48.74 grams, 48.90 mm. Circa 10th century AD. A large cast bell with faceting on the upper dome, bordered by a double rib below. The mouth of the bell is formed with four plates of heavy ribbing, pierced with four circular holes from which slits extend to meet at the bottom of the piece. The cast lug above is pierced and a wire suspension loop is inserted. The shape of the pendant with its wider upper bowl is characteristic of eastern Baltic items of the Viking Period. Reference: Lehtosalo-Hilander, P-L.,Luistari I, The Graves pl.47 5.2295. Extremely fine condition.