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LOT 2102
Medieval and Later Lead Artefact Group
15TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 2 3/4 in. (430 grams total, 14-71 mm).
Including a toy lamb, spindle whorls, a model guitar and other items. [16, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Tyne and Wear, UK.
This lot is for UK buyers only, not for export.
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Cylinder Seal Electrotype Group
Late 19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Of academic interest, copper coated lead seal impressions taken from cylinder seals showing various scenes, including one with cuneiform text. 180 grams total, 28-39 mm
Possibly made by the British Museum. From a West Country, UK, private collection. -
Tudor Bronze Clothes Hook Fastener Collection
16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
A mixed group of hooked fasteners, including an oval with a low-relief female profile, an openwork rosette, rectangular with a low-relief of double-headed serpent, an openwork interlaced design, and some with suspension lug. 13.4 grams total, 28-37 mm
From the private collection of the late Graham Slater (1927-2024), Cambridge, UK, acquired 1980s-1990s. -
Sasanian Style Gold Ring with Cupid and Chariot
18th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Slender hoop with cell set with a carnelian intaglio of Cupid driving a chariot pulled by two swans; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.62 grams, 22.03 mm overall, 18.31 x 16.45 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
Private collection, Europe. Acquired on the English art market.
