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LOT 1373
Large Medieval Lead Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix for John son of Andrew
CIRCA 13TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (12.4 grams, 34 mm).
With central floral motif, legend to the border '+ S' IONIS . FIL. ANDREE' (seal of John son of Andrew); raised chevrons to the reverse and lobe for piercing. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Southern England.
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
From an East Anglian private collection.
Footnotes
The spelling 'Andree' may reflect 'Andreæ' the genitive singular of Andrea, a female name.
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LOT 1373
Large Medieval Lead Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix for John son of Andrew
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
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