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LOT 1186
Anglo-Saxon Artefact Collection
6TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 - 1 3/4 in. (23.8 grams, 40-44 mm).
A mixed group of artefacts comprising: two annular brooch frames with worn remains of geometric motif and remains of pin; a zoomorphic strap end with beast head finial and geometric interlace motifs to the body, remains of enamel inlay, two piercings for attachment. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Yorkshire, UK.
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Anglo-Saxon Bronze Artefact Collection
6th-9th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Comprising pins, strap ends, mounts, tweezers, brooches and others; mostly fragmentary. 117 grams total, 13-59 mm
Found Thwing, Yorkshire Wolds, UK. Acquired from the finder in 2009. Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman. -
Anglo-Saxon Bronze Shield Mount with Animal Masks and Beast Heads
6th century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
The eight arms arranged with alternating trefoil and tapering terminals, the trilobate arms formed as animal masks, the tapering arms as dragon-heads, all with stylised detailing in relief; punched circlets to the field; some remains of mounting lug to reverse centre. 68 grams, 54 mm
Found Norfolk, UK. From an East Anglian private collection. -
Anglo-Saxon Artefact Collection
6th-9th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
A mixed group of artefacts comprising: two annular brooch frames with worn remains of geometric motif and remains of pin; a zoomorphic strap end with beast head finial and geometric interlace motifs to the body, remains of enamel inlay, two piercings for attachment. 23.8 grams, 40-44 mm
Fair condition.
Found Yorkshire, UK.