and Other Artefact Collection. Mainly 19th century A.D. and earlier. A mixed group of six artefacts comprising: a Read Class D, Type 1 16th century silver-gilt dress hook in the shape of a fleur-de-lys, accompanied by a PAS report and disclaimed as treasure; fragment of an early medieval brooch or other fitting with gilt chip-carved ornament; an early post medieval belt fitting with two shell-like arms and remains of gilding; setting with floral sprays and glass intaglio profile male bust; red stone intaglio profile bust set in a copper-alloy mount; 19th century tally or ticket for Thomas Powell Bates, wholesale watch manufacturer of 62 Duke Street, Liverpool, apparently pierced. 26.4 grams total, 16-42 mm (1/2 - 1 5/8 in.) Found whilst searching with a metal detector, Isle of Wight, UK, 2016-2019. Recorded by Isle of Wight Portable Antiquities Scheme Liaison Officer. The dress hook found 10 June 2017 and recorded with reference numbers SZ 39922 and BNG 86902. Accompanied by a copy of Portable Antiquities Scheme report no.IOW-04E68E. [6, No Reserve]
Fair condition.
Price realized | 35 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 30 GBP |