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LOT 1304
Large Medieval 'Thames' Gilded Annunciation Pilgrim's Badge
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (0.85 grams, 38 mm wide).
A gilt bronze pilgrim's badge comprising an outer ring with textured fill, rolled rim, inner field with rosette and scene of the Anunciation with a winged angel addressing Mary. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
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LOT 1304
Large Medieval 'Thames' Gilded Annunciation Pilgrim's Badge
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
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Large French Medieval Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix 'ad causas' of the Augustinian Abbey of Saint Peter
Early 14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
A bronze vesica-shaped seal matrix with strap and loop to the reverse; incuse motif of an extended right hand holding a crozier on a field of fleurs-de-lys and stars, heraldic shield with lion rampant below; Lombardic script legend to the outer edge within borders "+ S: ABBATIS SCI PETRI AVTYS A[D] CAVSAS" (seal of the abbot of St Peter's, Auxerre). 17.7 grams, 42 mm
The Matrix Collection, formed by David Morris since the late 1980s. Matrix Collection catalogue no.837. Many of the seals within the collection were published in a book titled 'The Matrix Collection', by David Morris in 2012. Accompanied by a copy of the illustrated collection notes.
The Roman name for Auxerre was Autissiodorum, whence the 'Autys'/'Autis' abbreviation. -
Medieval Handled Jug
15th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
A coarse ceramic jug with squat body, steep shoulder, broad mouth pinched to form a pouring lip, thick strap handle to the rear. 1.4 kg, 16.7 cm high
Acquired 1971-1972. From the collection of the vendor's father. Property of a London, UK, collector. -
Medieval and Other Ring Collection
Mainly 12th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
A mixed group of finger rings comprising various shapes and sizes, bezels with plain, geometric and floral designs. 46 grams total, 21-26 mm
Fine condition.
European private collection, 1970-1980s. London, UK, late 1990s.