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Medieval Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Mount Medieval Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Mount Medieval Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Mount
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LOT 1617

Medieval Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Mount

14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.

1 5/8 in. (22.2 grams, 41 mm).

An elaborate quatrefoil with mounting stud to centre on reverse; device a crowned capital letter 'R'; trace remains of red enamel. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK market, 1990s.
Property of a retired academic.

Footnotes

The letter could possess either religious or secular significance.

CONDITION
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LOT 1617

Medieval Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Mount

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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