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LOT 1712
Medieval Iron Fire Starter Group
CIRCA 15TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 - 3 1/2 in. (160 grams total, 60-89 mm).
Including fire steels of various types with ornamental and practical shaping. [5]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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LOT 1712
Medieval Iron Fire Starter Group
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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Medieval Iron Rowel Spur Collection
Circa 13th-16th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Comprising examples of various types, including some retaining the rowel, buckle and other fitting elements. 249 grams total, 11.5-15 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
The early rowel spurs had short necks and small four-six or seven point star rowels, while four rowels were uncommon. After c.1350 the multipoint rowel became voguish though the former shapes continued. -
Medieval Bronze Casket Padlock
Circa 15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
The body decorated with chevrons; the hinged, semi-circular hoop retained within the body of the lock; the keyhole protected by a sliding panel; complete. 18.8 grams, 76 mm
Ex property of a North London gentleman. From the collection of a North American gentleman. -
Medieval and Later Metallic Ring Group
13th-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Each of a different type and displaying a different decorative scheme to the bezel; including one example with remains of enamelling. 63 grams total, 17-26 mm
Ex Surrey, UK, collection, formed before 2000. Acquired from TimeLine Auctions, 2016, lot 27. The Kusmirek Collection, UK.
