• Viking disc brooch Birka Borrestil
  • Viking disc brooch Birka Borrestil
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Viking disc brooch Birka Borrestil

$46.98 USD
$46.98 USD
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Highlights

This small Viking disc brooch is an authentic replica of a historical artifact from the Swedish trading town of Birka and impresses with its fine Borre-style decorations.

  • Faithful reproduction of an archaeological find from the 9th to 10th century
  • Ornate design with animal and knot ornaments characteristic of the Borre style
  • Versatile use as a garment clasp or, thanks to the integrated eyelet, as a pendant
  • Robust construction in high-quality bronze or in an elegant silver-plated finish
  • Compact dimensions with a diameter of approximately 2.5 cm and a weight of about 9 g
  • Equipped with a sturdy pin on the back for secure fastening to heavy fabrics
Manufacturer's specifications

Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG, Gehrn 4, 25596, Wacken, info@battlemerchant.com
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Viking disc brooch Birka Borrestil
Viking disc brooch Birka Borrestil
Viking disc brooch Birka Borrestil

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Questions about the product Viking disc brooch Birka Borrestil

Where was the historical original of the Viking disc brooch in the Borre style found, and for which period of the Viking Age is this art style typical?

The original Viking disc brooch in the Borre style was found in the Swedish trading town of Birka. This artistic style is typical of the period from the mid-9th to the mid-10th century.
What symbolic meaning do the ring chain patterns and grasping animals typical of the Borre style have, and how were disc brooches like the one from Birka usually worn on clothing?

The ring-chain patterns and grasping animals in the Borre style symbolize the unity and cohesion of Viking Age society, as well as the mastery of natural forces. The dense weave of the ring chains often represents infinity and protection. Disc brooches, like the one from Birka, primarily served as decorative and fastening elements for women's clothing; they were typically worn centrally on the chest or at the neck to fasten the cloak or outer garment. In Birka, they were also frequently worn as single brooches in combination with other jewelry such as beaded necklaces.
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The original disc brooches from Birka were often made of gilded silver, while replicas are usually made of bronze, silver-plated bronze, or 925 sterling silver. The small loop on the back of many replicas allows the brooch to be fastened not only as a garment clasp with the pin, but also worn as a pendant using a leather cord.
What are the specific dimensions of this replica of the disc brooch from Birka, and for what type of clothing or fabrics is the pin construction on the back particularly suitable?

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