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LOT 1795
Medieval Iron Artefact Group
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
2 - 7 in. (2.95 kg total, 5-18 cm).
Mainly comprising locks and lock elements of various types. [13, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Medieval Knight's Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Heater-shaped with high-relief arms of three lions rampant and an enamelled label, cadency mark for the eldest son. 3.82 grams, 39 mm
Found Romney Marsh area, 2023. Property of a Kent gentleman.
The arms 'three lions rampant' has been used by several families. The Dering Roll includes Willem le Genne, Nicole le Gras, and Grimbald Pauncefoot with such arms. -
Medieval Gold Ring with Cabochon
12th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Composed of a slender round-section hoop and oval bezel with green glass cabochon in claw setting. 3.29 grams, 21.64 mm overall, 18.38 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Iron Knife with Bronze Pommel
Early to mid-15th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
Comprising a single cutting edge and scale tang; bifacial pommel engraved with a foliate motif within a border. 46 grams, 20.5 cm
Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
Knife handles were made of wood, horn, bone or metal. Wood, a cheap, readily available and easily worked material, was by far the most common and most of the species used are both hard and flexible.