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LOT 1933
Medieval Bronze Seal with Large Bird Holding a Branch
14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (5.88 grams, 26 mm).
Vesica-shaped with a loop on the reverse, a bird holding a branch at the centre, inscription surrounding 'IESV: SEL BON E LEL', translating as ‘I am a seal, good and loyal’.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
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LOT 1933
Medieval Bronze Seal with Large Bird Holding a Branch
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£100 (EUR 116; USD 135) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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Medieval Ring with Pentagram
12th-14th century A.D.Estimate: £60 - 80 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
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Medieval Lead Walsingham Pilgrim's Holy Water Ampulla
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Opening Bid: £5
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Found Suffolk, UK. Property of a Suffolk, UK, gentleman.
