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LOT 1915
Medieval Bronze Beehive and Other Thimble Collection
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 7/8 in. (33 grams total, 16-22 mm).
Comprising five beehive-type thimbles and three ring-type thimbles. [8, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a Sussex, UK, gentleman.
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