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LOT 1507
Post Medieval Silver Seal Matrix with Griffin
CIRCA 17TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (3.09 grams, 18 mm).
A silver seal with loop terminal and octagonal matrix, bearing an incuse griffin standing right to the base; accompanied by an impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
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Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
