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Post Medieval Bronze Key and Thimble Collection Post Medieval Bronze Key and Thimble Collection Post Medieval Bronze Key and Thimble Collection
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LOT 2044

Post Medieval Bronze Key and Thimble Collection

16TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.

7 3/4 x 3 7/8 in. (207 grams total, 19.7 x 9.7 cm including case).

Comprising casket keys and barrel-type keys, tailors' thimbles and other items. [18, No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex Stocker collection, Kent, UK, 1955-early 2000s.

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LOT 2044

Post Medieval Bronze Key and Thimble Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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