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LOT 1873
Post Medieval Bronze Crotal Bell Collection
16TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 - 1 5/8 in. (637 grams total, 32-42 mm).
Most retaining their pea, suspension loop and with decorative fluting to the upper and/or lower body. [19, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Berkshire, UK.
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Brass Calligraphic Astrolabe
Late 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Composed of three circular quadrants, the body surmounted with a shaped panel incised with a floral motif; suspension loop. 1.2 kg, 21 cm high
Fine condition.
Acquired on the UK art market, 2000s. Property of a Suffolk gentleman. -
Tudor 'Thames' Pewter Acorn-Topped Spoon
15th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Featuring a shallow ovoid bowl, lozenge-section stem and acorn finial; bowl stamped with maker's mark. 41.8 grams, 16.5 cm
Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK. -
Post Medieval Gold Betrothal Ring
18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
The slender hoop with convex outer face, the interior hallmarked with a lion and blank cartouche; hoop slightly misshapen. 1.75 grams, 20.74 mm overall, 18.28 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)
Acquired in the early 1990s. Property of a Berkshire, UK, gentleman.