Byzantine/Crusader Bronze Extremely rare door knocker
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Extreem rare Door Knocker, a bronze artifact from the Byzantine/Crusader period (9–12 AD), in very good plus condition, authentic/original, 62.7 mm high by 31.2 mm wide and weighing 105.12 g, acquired in 2025 from Veilinghuis in Germany from a private collection.
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Extremely rare Dook Knocker, Ancient Byzantine/Crusaders 9-12 AD
Stunning Old Age Patina. Also very Rare.
Height: 62.7 mm
Width: 31.2 mm
Weight: 105.12 Grams
Material: Bronze
Source: Timeline
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Extremely rare Dook Knocker, Ancient Byzantine/Crusaders 9-12 AD
Stunning Old Age Patina. Also very Rare.
Height: 62.7 mm
Width: 31.2 mm
Weight: 105.12 Grams
Material: Bronze
Source: Timeline
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Details
Culture
Byzantine/Crusader
Century/timeframe
9-12 AD
Name of object
Extremely rare door knocker
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1972
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
