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LOT 1562

Medieval Bronze Lion Fitting

13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (6.21 grams, 18 mm).

Formed as a lion standing right, head turned right, tail arched over rump forming two attachment holes; bar spanning the gap between front and hind paws. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found Nottinghamshire, UK.

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LOT 1562

Medieval Bronze Lion Fitting

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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