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LOT 1293
Medieval 'Thames' Leather Shoe Fragment Collection
CIRCA 14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
2 - 9 7/8 in. (233 grams total, 5-25 cm).
A group of leather shoe soles and fragments of various shapes, including examples displaying the original perforations for the attachment of additional shoe elements. [15, 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 Later Lead Artefact Collection
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Medieval Adjustable Spur
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An iron spur and mount comprising: an ellipsoid plate of curved profile with arm to the upper edge recurved to extend parallel to the plate, terminating in a threaded ring with adjustable screw; the arm extending in an arc to a bifurcated end with free-running five-pointed rowel. 19.3 grams, 44 mm wide
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15th century A.D. or earlierEstimate: £350 - 450 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £180
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Fine condition.
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