Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 1758
Medieval 'Thames' Pewter Annunciation Pilgrim's Badge
15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (2.95 grams, 32 mm).
Image of facing figure with a book and infant standing on a crescent base; rib and pin to the reverse. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Thames foreshore spoil, 1980s.
Literature
Cf. Spencer, B., Pilgrim Souvenirs and Secular Badges, Woodbridge, 2010, item 147, for type.
CONDITIONVETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
RELATED LOTS
-
Medieval Silver Bracteate with Seated Figure
Germany, 11th century A.D.Estimate: £250 - 350 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £135
Repoussé work with an enthroned figure holding cross-on-globe and a sceptre. 0.95 grams, 31.5 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired on the European art market between 1975-2000. Ex property of a Dutch collector. -
Medieval Lead 'WALT L COUPE' Seal Matrix
Circa 14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Discoid in shape with central cross with feathered arms within a roundel, surrounding 'S' WALT' L. COVPE' legend; accompanied by an impression. 20 grams total, 2.7 cm
Found Essex, UK. -
'The Bossingham' Medieval Gold Ring with Cabochon Garnet
13th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,820
Composed of a delicate hoop, carinated shoulders and biconical bezel, elliptical in plan with inset polished cabochon garnet. 1.86 grams, 25.44 mm overall, 19.84 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
Found while searching with a metal detector in Bossingham, Kent, UK, by Alan John Punyer on 14 September 2000. Disclaimed under the Treasure Act with reference no. M&ME 297. Accompanied by a copy of page 61 of the Treasure Annual Report 2000, where this ring is published as number 92.