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LOT 1919
Medieval Lead Personal Seal Matrix for John
ENGLAND, 1100-1300 A.D.
1 in. (13.1 grams, 27 mm).
Discoid type with central intaglio eight-pointed star; Latin inscription to border '* S' IOH'S W[...]'; possibly '* S' IOH'S F WILL' for 'Sigillum Iohannis filii Willelmi' (Seal of John, son of William). [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Harrold, Bedfordshire, UK.
Recorded with UKDFD no.44886.
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Medieval Pewter 'Our Lady's Shrine' Pilgrim's Badge
Circa 15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Comprising Madonna and Child beneath an architectural frame. 3.7 grams, 33 mm
From a European collection, 1990s. Accompanied by a previous dealer's sales ticket. -
Medieval Gold Stirrup Ring with Sapphire
13th-14th century A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Slender keeled hoop and a high bezel set with a polished sapphire cabochon. 2.24 grams, 23.70 mm overall, 18.14 x 19.03 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)
Acquired on the European art market. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13389-258004.
The style of the ring is known as a stirrup ring due to the resemblance the form has to stirrups on a horse. During the Middle Ages, gemstones were often associated with magical and protective properties that they were believed to possess. Gemstones could protect against evil or poisons, as well as heightening the individual’s characteristics and strengths. Sapphires were frequently worn by Bishops and other clergy due to their ability to promote their bearer’s chastity and piety. Sapphires were believed to be able to change colour if the wearer acted sinfully or lacked faith; it was because of this belief that jewels set with sapphires were worn as symbols of honesty and devout faith. -
Medieval Lead Walsingham Pilgrim's Holy Water Ampulla
Circa 15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
With lateral loops and low-profile cross with W to obverse, reverse with a hatched crescent. 31.1 grams, 46 mm
Found Suffolk, UK. Property of a Suffolk, UK, gentleman.
