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LOT 1566
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
MEDIEVAL AND LATER BELT MOUNT GROUP
MAINLY 14TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 1 7/8 in. (70 grams total, 11-47 mm).
MAINLY 14TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 1 7/8 in. (70 grams total, 11-47 mm).
Comprising mounts of various types, including examples retaining gilding: a 13th-15th century Lombardic letter M, for 'Maria'; a 16th-17th century lozenge displaying letter A with floral dashes below; numerous stylised flower-shaped mounts and flower decorated mounts; various shell-shaped mounts, possibly associated with pilgrimage; a squashed 'hoop' with floral piercings to one face; a square plaque displaying a bird amongst flowering tendrils. [16, No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Found Thames foreshore, Tower of London, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report numbers LON-33F3F4; LON-45DA48.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
