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LOT 1373
Medieval 'Thames' Artefact Group
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (6.36 grams total, 25-27 mm).
A group of two metallic artefacts: a copper-alloy strap end or other fitting retaining two rivets, displaying a regardant lionesque creature in relief advancing left, traces of gilding; a silver annular brooch with chamfered outer face, articulate pin stamped with maker's mark 'WW' with a rectangular cartouche. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
Cf. The British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, record ids. HAMP-C62859; IOW-747B18 and KENT-93C657, for similar brooches with what appears to be the same maker's mark.
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Medieval Knife with Bronze Pommel and Veiled Figure
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Opening Bid: £100
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Large Medieval Gilt Heraldic Horse Harness Pendant
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
A scalloped lozengiform horse harness pendant with integral suspension loop, central organic cross, the arms expanding into foliate forms; traces of gilding. 15.29 grams, 68 mm
Acquired early 2000s. Property of a Suffolk, UK, gentleman. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
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Medieval and Other Ring Collection
Mainly 12th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
A mixed group of ten finger rings of various types and sizes, comprising: a ring with tear-shaped bezel; two Roman rings dated c.2nd century A.D.; a Victorian ring with floral bezel; six medieval rings with geometric bezel designs. 28 grams total, 18-22 mm
Fine condition.
European private collection, 1970-1980s. London, UK, late 1990s.
