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LOT 1726
Late Saxon Gilt Bronze Armband
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (12 grams, 76 mm).
With median parcel-gilt channel and two small securing holes at one end. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Buckinghamshire, UK, collector established from the earlier 1960s.
FootnotesThis is probably the decorative strip or fitting from a luxury item.
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Found Seaham, Co Durham, UK. Property of a Durham private collector. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12924-245112.
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Large Anglo-Saxon Gilt Bronze Saucer Brooch
Late 5th-6th century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
Discoid in plan with raised rim and inner ridge decorated with notches, six radiating arms with notch detailing and interstitial chevrons; central knop rivetted from reverse; remains of catch to reverse. 20.4 grams, 37 mm
Found Seaham, Co Durham, UK. Property of a Durham private collector. -
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