Updated May 20, 2003


 

Dark Ages
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Welcome to our Dark Ages page.

We have assembled a variety of belt fittings, jewellery and decorative items featuring Roman, Norse, Anglo-Saxon and Celtic deigns.

All prices are in US dollars.

Celtic Lion Buckle $10

 77mm by 55mm.
Fits a strap 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches wide.
This classic buckle is based on Celtic metalwork of the 6th through 9th centuries. The Lion, a common animal in Celtic art, is a symbol of strength and nobility.

Belt Set
$15
These are our 3/4 inch wide belt fittings. You can mix and match our buckles and strap ends within this size range. Each belt set includes a Buckle, Strap End and a leather strap, cut to any length you wish.
Our leathers are all factory dyed and you can choose from:
Black, Glossy Black, White, Yellow, Bronze, Mustard, Rose, Apple Red, Red, Oxblood, Burgundy, Green, Stealth Green, Midnight Blue, Grey,
Golden Brown and Chocolate Brown.
Yorvic Buckle
and Strap End Set
(200 - 800 AD)

The terminal is based on a Norse find from Yorvik, England. The buckle has been crafted to match, based on contempary finds. Both feature the serpent design common in Norse metalwork and stone carving. The buckle is designed to attach to leather or woven belts with equal ease.

Hadrian Buckle
and Strap End Set
(200-600 AD)

This set features replicas of two Romano/Celtic finds from ancient Britain. The curved lines of the buckle and ampulla shaped terminal are typical of this period. The buckle will attach to leather or woven belts with equal ease.

Belt Set
$25

These are our 1 1/4 inch wide belt fittings. You can mix and match our buckles and strap ends within this size range. Each belt set includes a Buckle, Strap End and a leather strap, cut to any length you wish.
Our leathers are all factory dyed and you can choose from:
Black, Glossy Black, White, Yellow, Bronze, Mustard, Rose, Apple Red, Red, Oxblood, Burgundy, Green, Stealth Green, Midnight Blue, Grey,
Golden Brown and Chocolate Brown.

Lion Buckle
and Strap End
(300 - 700 AD)

The terminal is a reproduction of a 5 th century Roman/Celtic piece found in the North of England that is now in my own collection. The buckle has been crafted to match, based on contemporary finds.

Buckler Shaped Belt Mount: 50 cents each.

Check out our other Belt Mounts.

Viking Brooches $20 pair

 Viking women of higher status typically wore ornate oval broochesto fasten their outer garment (apron) which was held up by straps over the shoulders. These "turtle brooches" are commonly found in women's graves and art of the Viking period. These are cast in pewter, with a brass pin.

Saxon Wolf $7

 Based on a Saxon carving, this brooch is a tribute to the
art of the 9th century.
Modern pin only.

Large

Small
Thor's Hammer
Large $7 Small $5

This is the sign of the great Norse god Thor, who with his mighty hammer fought many battles against evil giants and monsters. He was said to ride his chariot across the sky causing thunder and lightening.

Yorvic Penny $3 per pair

This reproduction Viking trade penny is imported from England, and based on the coin dies found at Yorvic, in York.


Obverse


Reverse




 

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