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LOT 2047
Post Medieval Iron Bull Nose Tether
18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
8 1/4 in. (325 grams, 21 cm).
Formed as a circular spring and two expanding arms developing to a penannular clamp with bulb finials; sliding retainer clip. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a Home Counties collection, 1970-1980.
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