Medieval Bronze Ring with Fleur-De-Lys

Pointed outer edge on a rounded loop, bifid knop on either end of the strap bar, surface decorated with stylised vegetal ornaments. 253 grams, 95 mm



Private collection, UK.

These buckles usually have one rectangular and one rounded D-shaped loop on either side of the central bar. During the late 16th and 17th centuries, the range of asymmetrical buckles became wide.

Comprising a matched pair of substantial hammer beams from a truss roof, each with a longitudinal slot in the upper face at the rear and socketted brace; slightly tapering square-section body with tiered feather carved detailing, collar of domed bosses on the neck of an angelic head with flounced curls of hair, fleshy facial details with carved eyes and pupils; drilled to accept trennels, some in place; some gilding and pigment present; some longitudinal splitting. 80.5 kg total, 142 cm each



From a family collection for over 60 years. From a late friend of Mr Robin Cox of Newark, UK. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D’Amato. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13033-247084.

Pilgrim's badge for Windsor, depicting a standing arch-crowned, robed and cloaked facing figure of Henry VI, holding sceptre and orb with purse at waist and standing on recumbent lion at feet; with integral pin to reverse. 5.05 grams, 50 mm



From the private collection of the late Graham Slater (1927-2024), Cambridge, UK, acquired 1980s-1990s. Accompanied by a previous information slip.

The remains of Henry VI were moved from Chertsey to St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, by Richard III in 1484 and pilgrimages to Windsor were further encouraged by Henry VII, and the arched crown first appears on coins of this reign; Henry VII made his own pilgrimage to Henry's tomb at Windsor in 1529.