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LOT 2274
Large Medieval Bronze Vessica-Shaped Seal Matrix with Agnus Dei
CIRCA 13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (7.51 grams, 36 mm).
With central panel showing Agnus Dei with cross and banner above a pelican in her piety; border with Lombardic script legend 'ECCE ANGNVS DEI AVE MA'; supplied with an impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
From an East Anglian private collection.
The legend 'AGNVS' is commonly misspelt on medieval matrices.
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LOT 2274
Large Medieval Bronze Vessica-Shaped Seal Matrix with Agnus Dei
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£150 (EUR 174; USD 203) +BP*
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Bids: 5 | Current Bid: £270
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Opening Bid: £5
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Medieval Knight's Enamelled Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant with Dragon
Circa 14th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Bids: 2 | Current Bid: £15
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