9th-11th century AD. A substantial fully gilded silver pendant with complex Jellinge beast left, facing back to the right, gripping a tendril, within a double rope border with filigree annulets in the field; suspension loop to the apex, decorated with two further filigree annulets. 6.08 grams, 44mm (1 1/2"). From a central London collection; previously in a European collection formed 1979-1989.[No Reserve] Very fine condition.