Viking buckle with bird heads - 9th century find

This striking Viking buckle features zoomorphic bird heads—a motif beloved since Roman times and prominently displayed in Norse metalwork. Crafted from solid brass, this 9th-century replica showcases authentic Viking design with exceptional durability. The intricate bird-head terminals reflect the sophisticated artistry of Norse craftspeople, making it an ideal accent for historical reenactment garb or period-authentic costuming. Easy to fasten and built to last, this functional piece brings genuine historical character to any medieval or Viking-era ensemble.

This buckle is based on a find from a grave from Frøyland in Rogaland, Norway. It was a male burial and is believed to be from the Vendal period (9th century). There is an excellent description of this buckle at Project Forlog.

This solid brass buckle features two animal heads (probably birds) with engraved lines along their necks. 

Measurements:
L= 3.5 cm, W= 4 cm, Bar length= 2.2 cm

Real examples of this buckle can be found at: https://www.unimus.no/portal/#/things/acbb751b-c25d-444c-9630-bd74063200b6

There is an excellent English language article about this piece at the Project Forlog website: https://sagy.vikingove.cz/en/the-belt-from-froyland-norway/