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LOT 1647
Medieval and Other Standing Lead Weight Collection
CIRCA 15TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1 1/4 - 2 1/8 in. (753 grams total, 32-54 mm).
The majority pierced for suspension, with a square base and body tapering towards the apex. [14, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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LOT 1647
Medieval and Other Standing Lead Weight Collection
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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Medieval Silver Bracteate with Seated Figure
Germany, 11th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £111
Repoussé work with an enthroned figure holding cross-on-globe and a sceptre. 0.95 grams, 31.5 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired on the European art market between 1975-2000. Ex property of a Dutch collector. -
Medieval Pewter Pilgrim's Badge with Voided Cross and Pellets
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Hatched flange rim with border of pellets, raised body pierced at centre and close to rim. 7.31 grams, 31 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
The medallic form of badge appears to develop during the 15th century. The symbols of the straight cross and annulets are already visible in tokens from London. During the medieval period, pewter and leaden tokens probably served a common purpose throughout England, France and the Low Countries. -
Medieval Knight's Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Square with a suspension loop to the top edge; recessed heater-shield displaying a rampant lion facing right in relief. 11.05 grams, 45 mm
From the Sullivan family collection, UK; acquired since 2003.
