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LOT 1901
Medieval Bronze Tailor's Thimble Collection
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 7/8 in. (51 grams total, 15-22 mm).
Including tapering, annular and other types, some with basal collar; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series. [13, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
LiteratureCf. Bailey, G., Detector Finds 2, Witham, 1995, p.12-13.
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Medieval Bronze Ring with Linear Design
14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
With carinated hoop, scaphoid bezel, incised zigzag design. 1.42 grams, 18.89 mm.
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Essex, UK, collector. -
Medieval and Later Bronze Buckle Collection
14th-19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Including shoe buckles, D-frame and double-frame types; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series. 565 grams total, 17-81 mm
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
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Medieval Gilt Bronze Lion Finial
14th-15th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £222
Modelled in the half-round standing with head left on a plinth base, rectangular fixing socket to underside. 25.1 grams, 32 mm high
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
