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LOT 1719
Medieval and Later 'Thames' Iron Key Collection
CIRCA 15TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 6 1/2 in. (290 grams total, 3-16.5 cm).
All complete or very near complete and of different types and sizes, including examples with simple geometric ornament. [14, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
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Medieval Limoges Bronze and Champleve Enamel Roundel with Fantastical Creature
Circa 13th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £23,400
Openwork winged beast to the centre, its tails curling beneath the body creating the foliate tendrils on which it perches, broad outer roundel decorated with geometric plants alternating with lozenges, extensive remains of blue champlevé enamelling; engraved and chiselled; four attachment holes. 61 grams, 89 mm wide
with Sotheby's, London, 9 December 1993, lot 22. Private collection, Europe. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11903-206496.
Likely used to adorn a coffret. Likely before 1227 A.D. -
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Medieval Gold Ring with Carnelian Gemstone
Late 15th-early 16th century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
With integral ellipsoid bezel set with a carnelian cabochon. 4.33 grams, 18.91 mm overall, 15.29 mm internal diameter (approximate size British G 1/2, USA 3 1/2, Europe 5.55, Japan 5)
Fine condition.
Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister. -
Medieval Bronze Pocket Folding Mirror Case
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
With articulate rivet and loop for suspension, both discoid outer faces decorated with a pricked cross motif. 20 grams, 46 mm
Acquired on the UK market, 1990s. Property of a retired academic.
