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LOT 1691
Medieval Gilt Lion Dagger Chape
13TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.64 grams, 28 mm).
With raised border and image of the lion of England and plant on a textured field; running zigzag border with points to the folded edge.
Provenance
Private collection, before 1976.
Thence by descent.
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LOT 1691
Medieval Gilt Lion Dagger Chape
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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