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LOT 1365
Medieval and Later Lead Artefact Collection
13TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
3/4 - 2 3/4 in. (955 grams total, 20-71 mm).
A mixed group of lead artefacts comprising weights, spindle whorls and other items, including a head of Fred Archer, 'best all-round jockey'. [11, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Wiltshire, UK.
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Large Medieval 'Thames' Agnus Dei Pilgrim's Badge
Circa 14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
A large lead-alloy discoid pilgrim's badge with central design of the Agnus Dei (lamb of God) advancing with halo around the head and banner emerging from the shoulders, scrolled tendrils before; pelletted band to each border with Lombardic script legend '+ AGNVS DEI [...]IATLIO'. 1.99 grams, 42 mm
Edges pierced and chipped.
Found on the Thames foreshore, London, UK. Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. -
Medieval Silver Ring with Griffin
14th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
A silver finger ring with carinated shoulders bearing hatched panels, ellipsoid bezel with pelletted border, reserved advancing griffin with arched neck and raised wing. 13.66 grams, 26.45 mm overall, 21.80 mm internal diameter (approximate size British U, USA 10, Europe 22.52, Japan 21)
Acquired in the late 1990s-2000. Property of an East London gentleman. -
Medieval and Other Artefact Collection
15th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £26
A mixed group of metallic artefacts including lead weights and spindle whorls, copper-alloy decorative mounts, nail; clothes fitting and other items. 923 grams total, 15-64 mm
Found Wiltshire, UK.
