Medieval Medieval lead plaque with heraldic eagle image - 24 mm - 6th-8th centuries AD Plaque - 24 mm (No reserve price)

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Medieval lead plaque engraved with a heraldic eagle, 24 mm in diameter and 11.16 g, dating to the 6th–8th centuries AD, originated from Germany, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear, from a private collection and acquired in 2004 in Madrid, Spain.

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Excellent and very rare medieval lead plaque engraved with a heraldic eagle.

Northern Germany

Date: 6th-8th centuries AD
Condition: Very good, see photo.
Size: diameter of 24 mm
Weight 11.16 grams.
The patina of this ring is truly beautiful, making it a remarkable piece of jewelry.

Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Madrid (Spain) at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1970s.
Previous owner history: Former private collection of Spanish collector.

The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.

Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this origin.
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1005/olympus 2

Excellent and very rare medieval lead plaque engraved with a heraldic eagle.

Northern Germany

Date: 6th-8th centuries AD
Condition: Very good, see photo.
Size: diameter of 24 mm
Weight 11.16 grams.
The patina of this ring is truly beautiful, making it a remarkable piece of jewelry.

Acquired by the current owner in 2004 in Madrid (Spain) at the Art and Antiques Fair.
Collected since: 1970s.
Previous owner history: Former private collection of Spanish collector.

The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.

Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this origin.
Important information that the seller guarantees that he has the right to sell/export this lot.

See images for proper printing

1005/olympus 2

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture
Medieval
Century/ Timeframe
siglos 6-8º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Country of Origin
Germany
Year acquired
2004
Material
Medieval lead plaque with heraldic eagle image - 24 mm - 6th-8th centuries AD
Country acquired from
Spain
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Qualification
Original/official
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
24 mm
Width
3 mm
SpainVerified
519
Objects sold
95.08%
Private

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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.

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