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Medieval Knight's Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant Medieval Knight's Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant Medieval Knight's Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
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LOT 1915

Medieval Knight's Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant

14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/4 in. (7.14 grams, 46 mm).

Heater-shaped with heraldic design of flowers, pierced at the bottom. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of the late Graham Slater (1927-2024), Cambridge, UK, acquired 1980s-1990s.

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LOT 1915

Medieval Knight's Bronze Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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