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LOT 1926
Post Medieval Cufflink from the Shipwreck of HMS Colossus
18TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (2.05 grams, 23 mm).
Formed as two ellipsoid plates with ropework border, connected by a sturdy link. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Divework, Scilly; found HMS Colossus, wrecked 1798.
Accompanied by old certificate of authenticity.
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LOT 1926
Post Medieval Cufflink from the Shipwreck of HMS Colossus
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
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