Loading, please wait...
LOT 1758
Anglo-Saxon Bronze Sword Scabbard Pyramid Mount
CIRCA 6TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (1.9 grams, 12 mm).
Hollow-formed pyramidal mount with hexagon design in low relief, slider bar to underside. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Norfolk, UK.
From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998.
See Menghin, W., Das Schwert im Frühen Mittelalter, Stuttgart, 1983, pp.150-1, for discussion.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
.jpg)
Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Cruciform Brooch Terminal
Circa 6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Trefoil-shaped lug with large pellet eyes and scrolled beard flanked by two Style I avian heads. 8.9 grams, 34 mm
Found Suffolk, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998. -
.jpg)
Saxon Lead and Other Artefact Collection
6th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Including three biconvex spindle whorls with low-relief detailing, a bronze hooked tag and other items; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series. 114 grams total, 25-32 mm
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
Anglo-Saxon Bronze Hook Fastener Collection
Circa 6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Including triangular and lobed types. 5.06 grams total, 17-34 mm
Found East Anglia, UK. From an old private collection of Norfolk, UK, gentleman, formed since 1998.
