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LOT 1842
Medieval Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (8.7 grams, 43 mm).
Of heater shield type, with integral loop above and blue enamelled field with engrailed saltire motif. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound UK.
Ex property of a Norfolk collector.
See Ashley, S., Medieval Armorial Horse Furniture in Norfolk, East Anglian Archaeology 101, Dereham, 2002.
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LOT 1842
Medieval Bronze Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
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Opening Bid: £80
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Large Medieval Silver Ring with Agate Cabochon
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