Medieval Silver-Gilt Diamond Top Spoon Handle

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1400-1600 A.D. Comprising a hexagonally-facetted stem with a hexagonal collar dividing the stem and terminal, the terminal formed as a hexagonally-facetted conical knop tapering to a point. See Egan, G., The Medieval Household: Daily Living c.1150-c.1450 (Medieval Finds from Excavations in London), London, 1998; Ward Perkins, J.B., The London Museum Medieval Catalogue, London, 1940. 6.45 grams, 81 mm (3 1/8 in.). [No Reserve] Found by Jason Ashley whilst searching with a metal detector near Topcliffe, Hambleton, North Yorkshire, UK, on Sunday, 22nd October 2023. Accompanied by a copy of the Report for HM Coroner on find of Potential Treasure with Treasure reference no.2024T129. Accompanied by a copy of a letter from the British Museum disclaiming the Crown's interest in the find. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.YORYM-0EBA56. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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