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LOT 2258
Medieval Bronze Buckle Ring with 'Mother of God, Remember Me'
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (3.54 grams, 20.08 mm overall, 16.20 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)).
Rectangular-section band formed as a tied buckle, legend 'MATER DEI MEMANTO MEI' to the obverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman born in the late 19th century, formed 1940s-1970s.
From an old Staffordshire family collection; thence by descent.
The legend on the exterior of the hoop reads 'MATER DEI MEMANTO MEI', a common prayer to the Virgin, 'Mother of God, remember me', and a common medieval misspelling of 'MEMENTO'.
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LOT 2258
Medieval Bronze Buckle Ring with 'Mother of God, Remember Me'
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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