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LOT 1630
Medieval Silver Ring with Crystal Inlay
CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (5.59 grams, 26.60 mm overall, 20.75 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)).
Broad flat-section hoop, rectangular bezel set with a rock crystal cabochon, twisted filigree border, hoops with granules to the edge.
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Medieval Ceramic Group
15th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising glazed and unglazed vessel fragments, including decorated examples and a candleholder. 2.9 kg total, 4.5-24.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Thames Pewter Bifacial Wine Tavern Token
Circa 14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
One face displaying a shield in relief bearing horizontal lines; an antlered deer pursued by an arrow. 715 grams, 1.7 cm
Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Tokens of this type were used in taverns and similar establishments. -
Medieval 'Thames' Pewter 'Spangle' Group
Circa 13th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Comprising: a beaded circle with possible shell design and openwork trapezoidal lug; a discoid spangle with beaded borders and central cross with possible figures. 1.4 grams total, 15-18 mm
Found Thames foreshore spoil, 1980s.