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LOT 1565
Medieval Gold and Garnet Garter Hooks
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.89 grams total, 7-10 mm).
Comprising both elements of a garment clasp: one rectangular with cut and polished garnet inlay, loop to one edge and two fitting loops to reverse; hook featuring two circular cells inlaid with cut and polished garnets, applied granules between. [2]
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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