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LOT 1357
Medieval and later Thimble Group
14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1/2 - 3/4 in. (83 grams total, 12-20 mm).
A mixed group of mainly bronze thimbles including ring, beehive and other types [20, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Suffolk.
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Medieval Ring with Standing Figure
12th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
A copper-alloy ring composed of a hoop expanding at the shoulders to a large sub-circular bezel, engraved with an animated stylised figure with enigmatic symbols in the field, all within a roundel. 5.03 grams, 23.74 mm overall, 21.11 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W, USA 11, Europe 25, Japan 24)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman. -
Medieval Gold Garnet Set Pendant
12th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
A bifacial gold pendant of tubular form, four oval cells to the terminals with polished garnet inserts, granules to the body and cells. 1.15 grams, 14 mm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Medieval 'Thames' Virgin and Child Pilgrim's Badge
Circa 14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
A complete openwork lead pilgrim's badge depicting the Virgin and Child in a crescent moon; pin to reverse. 2.73 grams, 24 mm
Found on the Thames foreshore, London, UK. Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
