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LOT 1136
Post Medieval Bronze Helmet Plume Holder Group
19TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 - 2 1/4 in. (270 grams total, 22-58 mm).
Comprising six various types, together with various fittings; a number of holders decorated with banding. [13, No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Berkshire, UK.
Literature
Cf. similar examples in PAS, see SUSS-C3EDEC, LIN-C5B84A, NLM-6884E2, WMID-7484BA, BERK-088962.
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