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LOT 1825
Large Medieval Bronze Seal Matrix with Scene Showing Robed Figures
14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (15.5 grams, 25.3 mm).
With facetted stem and pierced pentagonal finial, incised orientation cross to top face; circular die with outer rim bearing enigmatic legend; standing robed figure with one hand extended towards a kneeling hooded figure.
Provenance
Acquired 1970s.
Ex UK collection.
Property of a Hampshire, UK gentleman.
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LOT 1825
Large Medieval Bronze Seal Matrix with Scene Showing Robed Figures
Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
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