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LOT 1909
Medieval Bronze Ring with Prancing Lion
12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (2.79 grams, 22.78 mm overall, 18.32 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).
With a slender hoop, hatched triangular panels to the shoulders, intaglio motif of an advancing stylised lion. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection formed since the 1940s.
UK art market.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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Roman to Medieval Bronze Ring Collection
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UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Medieval Bronze Spur
Circa 15th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
Comprising a U-shaped body with hinged terminals, curved extension to the rear to accept a rowel. 28.3 grams, 60 mm
From an old English collection, 1990s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Medieval Gilt Bronze Ring with Monogram
15th-16th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
With chamfered shoulders and stepped bezel, incised monogram 'Æ' (?). 8.48 grams, 28.04 mm overall, 19.02 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
