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LOT 1360
Medieval Large Seal Matrix with Scene Showing Robed Figures
14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (15.5 grams, 25.3 mm).
A bronze seal matrix with facetted stem and pierced pentagonal finial, incised orientation cross to top face; circular die with outer rim bearing enigmatic legend; standing robed figure with one hand extended towards a kneeling winged figure.
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s.
Ex UK collection.
Property of a Portsmouth, UK gentleman.
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LOT 1360
Medieval Large Seal Matrix with Scene Showing Robed Figures
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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