Loading, please wait...
LOT 1105
Medieval Prisoner's Iron Shackle and Fetter
14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
34 1/4 in. (2.2 kg, 87 cm).
Comprising five rectangular-section doubled links with curved fetter and two loops to one end, barrel lock and hasp to the other.
ProvenanceAcquired in the 1990s. From an important English collection.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
Greek Bronze Arrowhead Group
Circa 5th-3rd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Primarily composed of socketted types, most triangular in section. 186 grams, 26-45 mm
Ex private collection, 1980s. Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s. -
United States M38 Tank Crew Helmet
Circa 1940's A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Rawling's pattern M38 composition tank crew helmet with neck protection plate and ear-flaps, fitted with leather lining with leather and fabric securing straps; finished dark green; with later inked 'CESARE' owner name and '1-5-79' date to liner. 613 grams, 27 cm high
Acquired from Czerny's Auction, lot 81515. The Kusmirek Collection, UK. Accompanied by copy of a previous invoice and lot description.
Possibly of Italian manufacture of the type used by US forces in WWII. -
British WWII 'Tommy's' Helmet
1939-1945 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Standard issue steel helmet with leather liner and fabric chin-strap, finished green. 1.14 kg, 31 wide
The Kusmirek Collection, UK.
