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LOT 1700
Medieval Iron Artefact Group
CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 16 in. (9.4 kg total, 2.5-41 cm).
Mainly comprising cleavers, axeheads, scythes and other tools and miscellaneous items. [67, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Medieval and Later 'Thames' Thimble Collection
Circa 15th-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Comprising ring-type thimbles and a domed top thimble, four with dimples, one notched around the top edge; one 17th century ornate thimble with hatched strapwork design, enigmatic incised inscription around the bottom edge. 26 grams total, 16-23 mm
Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK. -
Medieval 'Thames' St. Thomas Becket Lead-Alloy Pilgrim's Badge
Late 13th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Depicted standing on the back of a peacock with his right hand extended in a gesture of benediction, crozier in his left hand. 2.19 grams, 24 mm
Fine condition.
Found on the Thames foreshore at Chiswick, London, UK. Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. -
Medieval and Later Dutch Pottery Pit Dug Fragment Group
Circa 15th-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
Most glazed and from various vessel types, including examples with decoration. 15.5 kg total, 2-15 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.