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LOT 1983
Large Medieval Bronze Knight's Holy Sepulchre Badge
CIRCA 13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (1.68 grams, 25 mm).
Formed as a cross-crosslet, the symbol of the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, with chamfered border. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound near Feltwell, Norfolk, UK.
From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020), Buckinghamshire, UK; his collection of antiquities and natural history was formed since 1948; thence by descent.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Cf. Mitchiner, M., Medieval Pilgrim & Secular Badges, London, 1986, items 939-41.
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Medieval and Later Bronze Artefact Collection in Lindner Tray
Circa 14th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Including a medieval spur, an adze head, dress pins, brooch pins, a candle pricket and other items. 1.26 kg, 23.7 x 30.5 cm
From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020), Buckinghamshire, UK; his collection of antiquities and natural history was formed since 1948; thence by descent. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Large Medieval Bronze Knight's Holy Sepulchre Badge
Circa 13th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Formed as a cross-crosslet, the symbol of the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, with chamfered border. 1.68 grams, 25 mm
Found near Feltwell, Norfolk, UK. From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020), Buckinghamshire, UK; his collection of antiquities and natural history was formed since 1948; thence by descent. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Medieval Bronze and Silver-Gilt Artefact Group
14th-16th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Comprising: a gilt mount with volute scrolls, three studs to the reverse; an enamelled square mount with four projecting loops, the central panel with a flower motif; a square mount with a tall dome to the centre, pierced through the corners. 36.9 grams total, 25-35 mm
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1970s-1990s. Property of a Nottinghamshire, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
