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LOT 1664

Medieval Papal Bulla Seal of Pope Martin V

1417-1431 A.D.

1 1/2 in. (51.9 grams, 37 mm).

A papal bulla seal of Pope Martin V, with 'MAR / TINVS / PP. V' within a beaded circle to one face, two stylised facing heads of St Peter and St Paul to the other, cross between, 'SPA SPE' above.

Provenance

Property of a Bristol, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 1664

Medieval Papal Bulla Seal of Pope Martin V

Sold for (Inc. bp): £416

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