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LOT 1712
Medieval Bronze Badge with Head of Saint John the Baptist
15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.32 grams, 24 mm).
Discoid in form with suspension loop to apex, raised head of Saint John the Baptist at centre, framed with pellet-in-ring motifs. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Hampshire, UK.
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LOT 1712
Medieval Bronze Badge with Head of Saint John the Baptist
Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
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Medieval Bronze Seal Matrix with Stag's Head
13th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Comprising a shield-shaped die and hexagonal stem with suspension loop at apex, matrix depicting facing stag's head with boxed cross between its antlers and Latin inscription above: 'LELSV' (I am loyal). 6.91 grams, 18 mm
Found Berkshire, UK. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.BERK-D22C10.
The stag and cross device was used in the heraldic arms of St Eustace and St Hubert of Leige, who reputedly witnessed a stag with a cross between its antlers whilst out hunting. -
Medieval Iron Fire Starter Group
Circa 15th century A.D.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Including fire steels of various types with ornamental shaping. 118 grams total, 56-75 mm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Belt and Other Mounts Group
13th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
The majority bearing initials, including a crowned IHC monogram; blackletter 'B'; a possible cross cercelee within a double roundel and pellet border; together with other motifs and initials. 59 grams total, 27-52 mm
Acquired on the UK market, 1990s. Property of a retired academic.
