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Medieval and Later 'Published' Bronze Casket Key and Padlock Collection

Medieval and Later 'Published' Bronze Casket Key and Padlock Collection

Medieval and Later 'Published' Bronze Casket Key and Padlock Collection

Medieval and Later 'Published' Bronze Casket Key and Padlock Collection

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LOT 1802

Medieval and Later 'Published' Bronze Casket Key and Padlock Collection

15TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/4 - 1 5/8 in. (57 grams total, 31-41 mm).

Including barrel-shank and other key types, tumbler and barrel locks. [9, No Reserve]

Provenance

From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.

Published

Bailey, G., Detector Finds 3, Witham, 1997, p.42-45, for the barrel lock.

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LOT 1802

Medieval and Later 'Published' Bronze Casket Key and Padlock Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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