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LOT 1784
Migration Period Silver-Gilt Leaf-Shaped Pendant with Cabochon
6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.19 grams, 25 mm).
Plaque with raised rim and central stepped cell, inset garnet clison; pierced for suspension. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 1784
Migration Period Silver-Gilt Leaf-Shaped Pendant with Cabochon
Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
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Gothic Bronze Eagle's Head Mount
Circa 6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
With ribbing to the hooked beak, L-shaped band with stamped offset triangles, cell to accept a gemstone eye. 16.8 grams, 45 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Merovingian Bronze Ring with Boar's Head
500-700 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Comprising a slender hoop and a discoid bezel with a stylised boar. 3.99 grams, 21.38 mm overall, 20.12 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)
Acquired on the UK and EU art market before 2000. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
The ring belongs to the Type 4a of Hadjadj classification. The image is reminiscent of Celto-Roman iconography, although the boar was also a totemic symbol of various Germanic warriors. -
Migration Period Silver Buckle and Mount Collection
6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Including kidney-shaped and other types, with openwork stiffener plate, strap end and other items. 26.34 grams total, 16-30 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
