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LOT 1794
Medieval 'Thames' Lead Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix for Robert
CIRCA 13TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (9.82 grams, 30.5 mm).
Scaphoid in plan with chamfered rim to rear and lug (unpierced); central eagle motif and legend to the border '* S ROBTI . DE MOR' (seal of Robert of Mor[..]). [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Thames, UK.
From the late Peter Hooper pewter and lead collection, who was a guest lecturer at West Dean College and was a longtime member of the Pewter Society who contributed to the Pewter Society Magazine.
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LOT 1794
Medieval 'Thames' Lead Vesica-Shaped Seal Matrix for Robert
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
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Opening Bid: £60
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