Viking Helmet and Byzantine Earrings are among the medieval items to be aucitioned - Medievalists.net
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"A magnificent pair of matching Byzantine gold earrings with lunar-shaped bodies composed of two gold leaves that are engraved and enamelled on the side. On side A of the earrings is a central cross flanked by two doves facing each other. On side B of the earrings is a central floral motif flanked by two polygonal stripes with flowers." - estimated price will be between £12,000 - £20,000.
"The horse stands in a resting pose with a gracefully arched neck and low head. The horse's musculature is rendered in great detail. The animal presents a pronounced snout with flared nostrils, an open mouth, a nicely arranged mane and a tail. The horse is adorned with an elaborate harness with dangling tassels, a bridle, as well as a saddle blanket and saddle. This piece has been precisely dated using a thermoluminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla." - estimated price will be between £3,000 - £6,000.
"A very rare medieval European aquamanile in the shape of a lion with superb patina. His tail is wrapped between his back legs. Aquamaniles were used to ceremonially wash hands before a religious service or eating food, especially during large banquets." - estimated price will be between £120,000 - £200,000.
"An incredible half-suit of infantry armour, the whole surface of each piece having been lavishly e..." - estimated price not listed in the excerpt.
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