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LOT 1956
Medieval Knight's Heraldic Insignia Gilt Bronze Plaque with Crossed Initials C and T
1300-1500 A.D.
1 3/4 in. (14.1 grams, 46 mm).
A large circular mount with a low-relief non-uniform cross, likely representing two intertwined calligraphic letters, perhaps 'C' and 'T'; vines or leaves flowing from possible banner decoration, recessed within an octagonal frame; evidence of gilding to the letter 'C' and around the border. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found whilst searching near Winsley, Wiltshire, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.WILT-AC2B28.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Published
Exhibited at the Harwich Museum, Harwich, Essex, UK, 26th May-15th September 2025; accompanied by a copy of a photograph of the artefacts on display.
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LOT 1956
Medieval Knight's Heraldic Insignia Gilt Bronze Plaque with Crossed Initials C and T
Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
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