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LOT 1896
Medieval and Later Bronze Key and Lock Collection
CIRCA 15TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 1 7/8 in. (89 grams total, 28-48 mm).
Including barrel and pin key-types, tubular lock cases and other items. [17, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound on various UK sites since 1974.
Property of an Essex collector.
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Medieval Bronze Holy Land Ring
Circa 14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
Small D-section hoop with panel to the underside, discoid bezel with concentric rings and band of pellets. 4.28 grams, 17.65 mm.
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Essex, UK, collector. Accompanied by an old handwritten information card. -
Medieval Gold Ring with Cabochon Garnet
14th century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
With round-section hoop and inverted pyramidal cell, inset garnet cabochon. 3.59 grams, 27.40 mm overall, 18.69 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
Acquired on the European art market in the 1990s. UK collection of a European gentleman. -
Medieval Iron Knife with Bronze Handle
15th-16th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Straight-backed single-edged blade in a Regency-pattern ribbed handle with collar and knop finial; traces of maker's mark to the blade. 84 grams, 19.5 cm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
