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LOT 1935
Medieval Bronze Beehive Thimble Collection
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 7/8 in. (58 grams total, 16-23 mm).
Including flat- and rounded-top types; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series. [9, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
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Medieval 'Published' Jewelled Gold Zoomorphic Annular Brooch
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Annular in plan with two segmented hoop, inset sapphire cabochons, separate pin. 1.17 grams, 14 mm
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Comprising a tubular shank with lower plain collar and median ribbed and fluted collar, teardrop-shaped head with transverse tubular 'monstrance' or viewing aperture, knop to the apex of the teardrop on each face; obverse with ellipsoid and circular cells enclosing precious and semi-precious stones in a variety of shapes and colours; reverse with ring of domed studs and two hinged fastenings; mounted on a custom-made stand. 902 grams total, 32.4 cm high including stand
Mercier & Cie, 16 April 2023, no.214. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12292-221721.