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LOT 1607
Medieval and Later Bronze Thimble Collection
CIRCA 15TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 7/8 in. (77 grams total, 12-23 mm).
Composed of thimbles of various dates, types and sizes, including beehive and decorated examples. [22, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Berkshire, UK.
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Medieval and Later Lead Token and Bag Seal Collection
Circa 13th-19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Comprising bag seals and tokens displaying various designs, including examples with lettering, stars, flowers, crosses and other motifs. 304 grams total, 13-31 mm
Found Berkshire, UK. -
Medieval Silver-Gilt Dress Hook Fastener
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £49
Rectangular bodied with raised central panel and knops to the perimeter, shell to top centre; hook and rectangular loop to reverse. 3.6 grams, 23 mm
Acquired on the UK market, 1990s. Property of a retired academic. -
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Medieval 'Thames' St. Thomas Becket Lead-Alloy Pilgrim's Badge
Late 13th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Depicted standing on the back of a peacock with his right hand extended in a gesture of benediction, crozier in his left hand. 2.19 grams, 24 mm
Fine condition.
Found on the Thames foreshore at Chiswick, London, UK. Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
