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LOT 1807
Medieval Silver-Gilt Ring with Lion Motif
15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (19.16 grams, 28.28 mm overall, 18.88 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17)).
The broad hoop with convex outer face and faux twisted body ornament, stylised lion advancing right too bezel. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
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Medieval Pottery Group
Circa 15th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1
Comprising glazed and unglazed fragments from vessels of various types, including decorated and polychrome examples. 15 kg total, 2-26 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Glazed Pottery Fragment Group
15th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Including decorated examples, bellarmine fragments and a variety of vessel elements including feet, bodies, rims and others. 20 kg total including box, 69.5 x 30.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Iron Knife with Bronze Pommel
Early to mid-15th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
Comprising a single cutting edge and scale tang; bifacial pommel engraved with a foliate motif within a border. 46 grams, 20.5 cm
Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
Knife handles were made of wood, horn, bone or metal. Wood, a cheap, readily available and easily worked material, was by far the most common and most of the species used are both hard and flexible.
