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LOT 1826
Medieval and Later Bronze Dagger Chape Collection
14TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (125 grams total, 31-53 mm).
Including enclosed bell-shaped, openwork single-face and other types; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series. [14, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
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Norman Bronze Hunting Dog Swivel Collection
11th-12th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Elaborate swivel with large openwork bulbs and decorative motifs; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series. 103 grams total, 32-47 mm
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
Large Medieval Silver Gilt Ring with Inlay
15th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
Comprising a plain hoop with frond to each shoulder, square cell to the bezel with claw setting; inset probably older blue glass cloison. 7.10 grams, 25.77 mm overall, 19.64 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19)
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
Medieval Bronze Ring with 'IHS' Motif
Circa 14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Comprising a slender shank with scooped shoulders and incised foliage motifs, rectangular bezel with incised border and 'IHS' christogram. 1.73 grams, 20.43 mm overall, 17.51 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
The profile of the ring is influenced by eastern Mediterranean fashion of the 11th-12th century, specifically the Fatimid period workshops of Egypt or Syria.
