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LOT 1679
Medieval Bronze Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix
14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (7.78 grams, 26 mm).
Showing a central figure of Mary seated supporting the infant Jesus; ropework edges to the border with legend in Lombardic script '*MATER DEI MEMENTO ME[.]' (Mother of God, remember (me)); loop to the reverse.
ProvenanceCambridgeshire collection, 1990s.
LiteratureCf. Harvey, P.D.A. & McGuinness, A., A Guide to British Medieval Seals, British Library, London, 1996, item 69, for type; legend listed on p.116.
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LOT 1679
Medieval Bronze Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
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