Pendant

Art Historical Context

This exquisite Frankish pendant, dating to around 500–600 AD, offers a glimpse into early medieval life during the Merovingian period, when the Franks dominated much of western Europe after the fall of Rome. Craft by an unknown artisan, it measures a slender 7 5/16 x 1 3/16 x 3/8, perfect for personal adornment—likely worn as a necklace a woman of means. Its construction highlights skilled metalworking: interlocking copper alloy rings form a chain-like structure topped with a decorative cap, strung with vibrant glass beads that add color and luxury. The use of copper alloy, a durable and affo...