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LOT 1812
Medieval and Later Thimble Group
CIRCA 15TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 1 in. (225 grams total, 13-25 mm).
Including beehive, annular and other types. [58, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Suffolk, UK. (UK buyers only, not for export)
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Formed as an expanding cross within a circular border with punched-point border. 0.63 grams, 16 mm
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The 'Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem' was an order of knighthood under the protection of the Pope, formed around 1099 AD by Duke Godfrey of Bouillon, the leader of the First Crusade. It was established for the protection of pilgrims travelling to the Holy Land and was recognised by a Papal Bull in about 1113 AD. -
Medieval Iron Knife with Bronze Lion Handle
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Ferrous single-edged blade with scooped point; bronze handle formed as a lion sejant holding a kite shield; pierced at the jaws. 37.4 grams, 15 cm
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
