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LOT 2042
'The West Lindsey' Tudor Gold Dress Pin
CIRCA 16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (0.8 grams, 40 mm).
Composed of a curved and crimped shaft tapering to a point; the hollow globular head cast with foliate ornament and simulated filigree rings. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Found whilst searching with a metal detector near West Lindsey, Lincolnshire, UK, on Wednesday 20th October 2010.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme report no.SWYOR-FF9E65.
Disclaimed under the Treasure Act with reference no.2010 T676.
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