Gilt plaque of King Harald's baptism, 10th century. Artist: Unknown

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Gilt plaque of King Harald's baptism, propbably King Harald Bluetooth (c. 935- 985 or 986) being baptised by Bishop Poppo in c. 960 AD. It was part of a reliquary or altar from Tamdrup in Scotland, 10th century.

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Size: 3333px × 4261px
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Photo credit: © CM Dixon/Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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