Large Medieval 'Published' Silver-Gilt Annular Brooch with Flowers

13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/4 in. (7.29 grams, 46 mm).

With slender hoop and four applied quatrefoil plates, alternating plain and twisted hoop sections; free-running pin. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.

Published

Published on the front cover of Bailey, G., Detector Finds 1, Witham, 1992, also p.47-48, no.6; and Bailey, G., Buttons & Fasteners 500 BC-AD 1840, Witham, 2004, p.107, fig.(1)3.26.

CONDITION

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LOT 0382