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LOT 1658
Medieval Iron Horse Bit Group
CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
9 - 12 3/4 in. (1.2 kg total, 23-32.5 cm).
Comprising a complete articulated snaffle-bit with openwork tongue-plate, an articulated curb-bit, and other items. [4]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Medieval Gilt Bronze Knight's Horse Harness Hanger with Lion
12th-14th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
The lion in high-relief, lying along the pendant with its head resting on its front paws, lug to each corner with rivet hole, two pierced lugs to top edge for suspension bar, decoratively notched edges, extensive remains of gilding. 30 grams, 30 mm
Acquired early 1990s. From an East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Gold Heart-Shaped Pendant
Circa 14th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
Sheet gold strip with applied lop to the apex. 0.83 grams, 15 mm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Medieval Iron Fire Starter Group
Circa 15th century A.D.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Including fire steels of various types with ornamental shaping. 148 grams total, 52-62 mm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
