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LOT 1655
Medieval Gold Dagger Escutcheon
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.98 grams, 20 mm).
Tongue-shaped with ropework border, central panel with a low-relief floral motif; two pins to the reverse.
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 1655
Medieval Gold Dagger Escutcheon
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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