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LOT 1693
Medieval Iron Folding Knife Group
CIRCA 13TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
2 - 8 3/4 in. (1.29 kg total, 5-22 cm).
Including blades and handles of various types and dates, some with decorative elements. [27, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
Cf. Cowgill, J. et al., Knives and Scabbards. Medieval Finds from Excavations in London, London, 1987, nos 309-310, for similar knives.
FootnotesThe folding knives are distinguished by the absence of a tang, which sometimes can be replaced by a thumb piece. Usually there is a hole piercing the blade for the pivot to fasten the blade to the handle.
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Medieval Complete Silver Vellum Manuscript Clasp
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Opening Bid: £200
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