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LOT 1726
Medieval 'Thames' Bronze Artefact Collection
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 2 3/8 in. (42 grams total, 15-59 mm).
Comprising: a decoratively pierced cruciform dress hook; chape with heart motif; decorated ring brooch; repoussé 'IHC' letter mount; together with other items. [7, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
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Medieval Silver Ring with Black Letter Inscription
Circa 14th-15th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Penannular in form with rounded terminals, bearing a black letter inscription to the outer face, embellished with floral sprigs; repaired. 3.19 grams, 22.85 mm overall, 19.53 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman. -
Medieval and Other Standing Lead Weight Collection
Circa 15th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £33
The majority pierced for suspension, with a square base and body tapering towards the apex. 753 grams total, 32-54 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance. -
Large Medieval Crusader Period Carved Basalt Capital
12th-13th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £910
Architectural column capital modelling curled acanthus leaves, rising from a narrow stem, curving outwards and away from each other. 118.4 kg, 46 cm high
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
