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LOT 1917

Large Medieval Bronze Door Key with Lozenge Handle

14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.

3 1/4 in. (35.7 grams, 84 mm).

With lozengiform bow, collared round-section shank and rectangular ward. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found Nottinghamshire, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 1917

Large Medieval Bronze Door Key with Lozenge Handle

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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