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LOT 1674
Medieval Pilgrim's Holy Water Ampulla Collection
CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 2 in. (145 grams total, 29-50 mm).
Each with a raised design to one or both faces. including floral, pelletted and other designs. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Berkshire, UK.
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Medieval Iron Folding Knife Group
Circa 13th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Including blades and handles of various types and dates, some with decorative elements. 1.29 kg total, 5-22 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
The folding knives are distinguished by the absence of a tang, which sometimes can be replaced by a thumb piece. Usually there is a hole piercing the blade for the pivot to fasten the blade to the handle. -
Medieval and Later Bronze Artefact Group
15th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising weights; buckles; buttons; keys; a thimble and finger ring; together with other items. 507 grams total, 10-55 mm
Found Wiltshire, UK. -
Medieval Stone Carving of Saint Francis with Bird
Circa 14th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
A water-worn stone carving depicting a robed Saint Francis standing beside a peahen or other bird. 848 grams, 20.3 cm
Found in the river Nene, Northamptonshire, UK. Ex Norfolk collection in the early 2000s.
