Medieval - Silver Chessman Seal - Crown over I > Lot No. 867

Description:
15th century AD. A solid pendant seal matrix with hexagonal shank, collar and pierced lobe suspension loop, its matrix comprising a crowned capital ‘I’ with surrounding palm leaves.

Measurements:
6.61 grams, 21.31 mm.

Condition:
Very fine condition.

References:
Cf. Pateman, Collecting Seals, London, 2008 no.16.

Estimate: £80 - 120 (EUR 100 - 150; USD 130 - 190)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £130