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LOT 1797
Medieval and Later 'Thames' Artefact Group
14TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1/8 - 5 1/2 in. (814 grams total, 0.7-14 cm).
Including crotal bells, a railway wagon appliqué, buckles, punched bronze strap with 'JAMES NOR' legend, dress pins, a snuff spoon and other items. [71, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Thames foreshore spoil, 1980s.
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