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LOT 1329
Medieval 'Thames' Pewter Pilgrim's Badge Group
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (4.07 grams total, 19-22 mm).
Group of two discoid badges one with central dome and radiating lines, the other with hatched bands and pellets. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK, circa 1984.
Property of an Essex collector.
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Medieval and Other Artefact Group
Circa 15th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
A mixed group including Tudor iron knife-blades and nails, Rus fishing hooks, mediaeval bronze book clasps and brooch fragments and other items. 350 grams total, 1.7-14 cm
From a Northampton, UK, collector. -
Medieval Silver-Gilt Jewelled Cross with Inscription
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
Set with a central cabochon-cut amethyst, rounded knops with textured detailing to the end of each arm, integral loop for suspension; to the reverse, the name 'HENRI' inscribed on the vertical axis, the acronym 'AGLA' horizontally, a Maltese cross to the centre. 2.95 grams, 31 mm
UK art market, acquired prior to 1985. From the collection of a North American gentleman, acquired in 2012.
The acronym 'AGLA' stands for the Hebrew phrase 'Atah gebur le-olam Adonai', meaning 'Thine Is The Power Throughout Endless Ages, O Lord'; it was used particularly in exorcisms, healing and divination, and was associated with Rosicrucianism. -
Medieval Silver Dragon Belt Fitting
15th-16th century A.D. or laterEstimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Rectangular block with two curved bars and dragon-head finials, the block with incised square and five roundels, similar forming the eyes; fastener for a sword-belt. 49 grams, 52 mm
Ex old English collection. London art market, pre 2000. Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
