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LOT 1718

Medieval Silver-Gilt Dress Hook Fastener

14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.

7/8 in. (3.6 grams, 23 mm).

Rectangular bodied with raised central panel and knops to the perimeter, shell to top centre; hook and rectangular loop to reverse. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK market, 1990s.
Property of a retired academic.

CONDITION

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LOT 1718

Medieval Silver-Gilt Dress Hook Fastener

Sold for (Inc. bp): £49

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