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LOT 1319
Medieval 'Thames' Round Seal Matrix for Thome Coyner, a Farrier
CIRCA 14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (9.06 grams, 25 mm).
A bronze discoid seal matrix with strap and loop to the reverse; central image of a large hammer and a horseshoe, outer band with incuse legend ': ThOME : COYNER *' and leaves to fill the space. [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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LOT 1319
Medieval 'Thames' Round Seal Matrix for Thome Coyner, a Farrier
Sold for (Inc. bp): £715
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