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LOT 1210
Anglo-Saxon and Other Artefact Group
2ND-14TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 - 2 3/8 in. (16 grams total, 21-62 mm).
A mixed bronze group comprising: an Anglo-Saxon tongue-shaped strap end with pelletted border, silver-inlaid panel of a regardant beast, securing rivet, animal-head finial; a Roman bronze finger ring with stepped shoulders; medieval tweezers with balustered and notched edges. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1980s.
Ex UK collection.
Property of a Portsmouth, UK gentleman.
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Anglo-Saxon Enamelled Interlace Pelta-Shaped Mount
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A pelta-shaped copper-alloy mount with substantial remains of enamelled decorative designs composed of a russet-coloured interlace motif against a light-coloured field, a lozenge to each external angle; Hiberno-Saxon workmanship. 25.2 grams, 71 mm
Found UK. Acquired in the 1990s. From a North Yorkshire private collection, UK.
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Anglo-Saxon Gilt Chip-Carved Mount with Interlaced Panels
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A gilt copper-alloy mount composed of a broad annular body with slightly domed profile, the body quartered with each cell displaying a chip-carved interlace motif configured A:B:A:B; rim, edges and central cell with raised rim; rivet and flat-section mounting bar to reverse. 9.98 grams, 28 mm
Fine condition, usage wear to raised surfaces.
Found UK. Acquired in the 1990s. From a North Yorkshire private collection, UK.
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