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LOT 1850
Post Medieval 'Thames' Bronze Watch Key Group
18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 - 7 3/4 in. (30.1 grams total, 2-19.5 cm).
Comprising examples from a range of time periods, including examples accompanied by chains, with raised decorative motifs and facetted 'jewels'. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Thames foreshore spoil, 1980s.
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Post Medieval Iron Folding Knife Group
16th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Comprising blades and handles of various types and dates, including examples with decorative elements. 740 grams total, 9-18.4 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Seljuk Style Gold Ring with Glass Cabochon
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Ellipsoid bezel with claw setting for a polychrome glass bead, lion motif to the underside, stud beneath the hoop; glass cabochon possibly an ancient glass bead made by folding melting glass. 6.63 grams, 30.60 mm overall, 18.57 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)
Acquired by the vendor's father on the UK art market, before 1990. -
Silver Bosun's Whistle and Chain
Early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
With 'crown-and-anchor' device to each side of the bowl, flange with scrolled tendril ornament, chain with fob and tassel. 32 grams, 27 cm long
From an Essex, UK, collection. Property of an Essex gentleman.
