Vintage Norwegian 925S Silver Inga Fra Varteig Birkebeiner Brooch Pendant KNH For Sale

Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible piece of Norwegian National Romantic silver jewelry. This dual-purpose piece features both a secure rollover brooch pin and a built-in bale at the top, allowing it to be worn gracefully as either a brooch or a pendant necklace.Design & History:The high-relief openwork design depicts Inga fra Varteig (mother of King Håkon IV Håkonsson) fleeing on skis through the winter forest. This famous motif commemorates the legendary event from the winter of 1206, when Birkebeiner loyalists skied across mountains to protect the infant prince.Hallmarks & Details:Front: Detailed relief work showing Inga skiing past a snow-laden tree, framed by a stylized border.Back Stamps: Stamped 925S for sterling silver purity alongside the gothic maker's mark KNH.Back Text: Elegantly engraved with "INGA FRA VARTEIG AART 1206".Weight: 15 grams on a digital scale.Dimensions: Measures approximately 2 inches across (see photos next to the ruler for scale).Condition:Excellent vintage/antique condition with a beautiful natural patina that highlights the depth of the metal relief work. The pin mechanism operates smoothly and locks securely. The pendant loop is solid and intact. Please see all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.