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LOT 1391
Medieval 'Thames' Artefact Collection
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 2 3/8 in. (24.8 grams total, 11-61 mm).
A mixed group of metallic artefacts from the Thames foreshore, comprising a thimble, chain links, decorative pin, crotal bells, decorative fitting and other objects. [11, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
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Medieval and Other Buckle and Harness Ring Collection
15th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £7
A mixed group of copper-alloy harness buckles of various forms, including examples with tongues. 193 grams total, 16-42 mm
Found Wiltshire, UK. -
Medieval 'Thames' Saint Henry VI of Windsor Pilgrim's Badge
Circa 14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
A lozengiform lead pilgrim's badge depicting Saint Henry VI of Windsor within a pellet border, standing facing wearing floor length robes, holding globus cruciger and cross; complete with pin. 3.02 grams, 21 mm
Found on the Thames foreshore, London, UK. Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. -
Medieval Ring with Running Dog
12th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
A copper-alloy ring composed of a convex hoop, expanding to an oval-shaped bezel engraved with a stylised 'stick' dog running right; repair to one shoulder. 3.19 grams, 17.80 mm overall, 15.16 mm internal diameter (approximate size British G, USA 3 1/4, Europe 4.92, Japan 4)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman.
