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LOT 1740

Norman Period 'Thames' Bronze Bracteate Badge

CIRCA 12TH CENTURY A.D.

7/8 in. (0.72 grams, 23 mm).

Displaying a repoussé design of concentric roundels with enigmatic script too centre and outer legend; pierced. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 1740

Norman Period 'Thames' Bronze Bracteate Badge

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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