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LOT 1654
Medieval Bronze 'De Bohen, Earls of Hereford' Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
12TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (7.48 grams, 40 mm).
The heater-shield with integral suspension loop to top edge and displaying heraldic device of a bend argent between six lioncels; no remains of gilding or coloured enamel. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound East Riding of Yorkshire, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report number YORYM-750583.
The device is similar to those of the De Bohen family, Earls of Hereford.
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LOT 1654
Medieval Bronze 'De Bohen, Earls of Hereford' Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
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Large Medieval Bronze Annular Brooch with Magical Inscription
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From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
The presence of the runic 'j' character is unusual - perhaps the magical quality which was still felt to belong to runes in the late middle ages was felt to augment the amuletic nature of the inscription. -
Medieval Bronze Ring with Facing Couple
14th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Octagonal bezel with male and female figures flanking a central spear, geometric panels to the shoulders. 7.75 grams, 25.72 mm overall, 21.70 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Y 1/2, USA 12 1/4, Europe 28.2, Japan 27)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman. -
Medieval Iron Rowel Spur Collection
Circa 15th-16th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Comprising examples of various types, including some retaining the rowel and fastening elements. 340 grams total, 11-19 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
These spurs belong to a type widespread in Western Europe with a six-pointed spur, often engraved, dating mostly between 1425 and 1450.
