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LOT 1701

Medieval and Later Bronze Artefact Group

CIRCA 12TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.

1/2 - 4 1/4 in. (724 grams total, 1.5-10.8 cm).

Comprising: crotal bells; buttons; buckles; utensils; mounts; strap ends; clothes fasteners and other miscellaneous objects, many displaying decorative elements. [123, No Reserve]

Provenance

Found Berkshire, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 1701

Medieval and Later Bronze Artefact Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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