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LOT 1573
Medieval 'Thames' Pewter 'MATILDIS FIL WALTER GRAFAGIS' Seal Matrix
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/8 in. (18 grams, 5.3 grams).
Of vesica type of a lead-alloy, displaying a fleur-de-lis at centre with surrounding 'S' MATILDIS FIL WALTERI FAGIS' legend, suspension loop above and shallow ridge to reverse; accompanied by an impression. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
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LOT 1573
Medieval 'Thames' Pewter 'MATILDIS FIL WALTER GRAFAGIS' Seal Matrix
Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
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