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LOT 1684
Medieval Iron Warden's Key Belt Group
12TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
20 in. (513 grams, 51 cm).
Composed of figure-of-eight chain links, elongated suspension loop formed using a twisted iron bar above, flat-section hoop suspending five keys of various types and sizes below.
ProvenanceEx family collection, formed in the late 1940s-1950s; thence by descent.
Acquired from TimeLine Auctions, 2018, lot 3017.
The Kusmirek Collection, UK.
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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 Lead Saint Margaret of Antioch Pilgrim's Badge
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Discoid plaque with image of crowned St Margaret to obverse, 'ihs' monogram to reverse in a segmented ring border. 8.02 grams, 33 mm
Found near Ketsby, Lincolnshire, UK.
Attributed to the shrine at Ketsby, Lincolnshire, England and found nearby. -
Medieval Iron Knife Blade Group
14th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Comprising domestic, hunting and butcher's knife blades, sickles and others. 2.9 kg total, 18-41.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
