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LOT 1704

Medieval Silver Jerusalem Cross Badge

14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (1.54 grams, 20 mm).

Appliqué cross crosslet with central lobed motif. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 1704

Medieval Silver Jerusalem Cross Badge

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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