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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 Iron Fire Starter Group
Circa 15th century A.D.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Including fire steels of various types with ornamental shaping. 118 grams total, 56-75 mm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval 'Thames' Bronze Artefact Collection
Circa 14th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Comprising: a decoratively pierced cruciform dress hook; chape with heart motif; decorated ring brooch; repoussé 'IHC' letter mount; together with other items. 42 grams total, 15-59 mm
Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK. -
Medieval Gilt Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
13th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
Heater-shield shaped with integral suspension loop, a stylised lion facing left in white enamel against remains of a gilt field. 11.1 grams, 41 mm
Acquired early 1990s. From an East Anglian private collection.
