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LOT 1820
Medieval and Later Lead Artefact Group
13TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 2 3/8 in. (235 grams total, 16-62 mm).
Including trade tokens, bag-seals, a furniture fitting and other items. [27, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom various collections, acquired circa 1950-early 2000s.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman.
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