RecordBroochfound at Skaill, Sandwick, Orkney
BroochThis large silver penannular brooch was found at Skaill at Sandwick in Orkney, and is part of the largest Viking Age silver hoard found in Scotland. It was clearly meant for ostentatious display of wealth and status. The brooch is missing its pin, and the hoop has been bent together so that the terminals now touch. The ball-shaped terminals and pinhead are plain, but the collars are decorated with incised geometric patterns. The pinhead is very worn. Ten ball-type brooches were included in the Skaill hoard, together with fragments of others. This type of brooch was developed in Ireland in the 9th century, and became popular amongst Scandinavians. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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