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LOT 1777
Norman Silver Ring with Saltire Crosses
CIRCA 11TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.58 grams, 25.44 mm overall, 23.15 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W 1/2, USA 11 1/4, Europe 25.66, Japan 24)).
Composed of a flat-section hoop and expanded bezel, engraved panels displaying saltire crosses alternating with panels of dimples.
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Medieval Glazed Ceramic Group
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Medieval Iron Axe Group
15th-17th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
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Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Medieval Iron Axehead
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Stamped to one face with work smith's mark, angled lower cheek edge and a sub-oval socket. 522 grams, 15.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
The axe seems to be a Xa type in the Glosek classification. The earliest dated examples in Eastern Europe of this kind of axehead come from 14th century, but it is likely that this sub-type also goes back to the 13th century A.D.
