The Antiques Centre York Ancient Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

The Medieval Period Ref: 1-medievalhistory

The point in time in English history known as the medieval period, stretchers from the 12th- 15th Century AD. This period offers the collector perhaps one of the most interesting yet complex areas of History to research.

We know that through this period these were very changing times, as noble Knights replaced warring kings. Chivalry and honour prevailed but the plague and poverty decimated much of the population. The monarchy emerged as all-powerful, and organised religion held sway over the English people.

This ever changing period provides us with a wealth of artefacts of many different types; These include religious artefacts, heraldic pendants from the noble knights war horses, trade items, weaponry, horse trappings and many personal items of jewellery including rings and decorations. (Much of which you will see in this section.)

It was also a literate age with hand written manuscript written by monks, and artefacts, which bear inscriptions and engravings -from a period in which leads us from Ancient History -to a modern society.

Early Medieval- Hand Written Bible Page Circa 14th Century AD Ref: 1-SN4606
A very rare and seldom seen Early Medieval- hand written Bible page.This item which dates from the early 14th Century AD, is of superb quality.The script is highlight by Red and Blue Rubrication - together with a margin Red scroll.This quality of work is likely to have been produced by Monks ,and as such is rarely available on the open market. It comes within its own gilded frame and is ready for immediate display.( This piece comes highly recommended ) Size of frame 34.5 x 29.5 CM -ACTUAL9.00 X 14.0 CM

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Price: £325.00

Medieval Iron Hunting Dog Collar circa 14th- 15th Century AD Ref: 1-SN4723-
A very rare Medieval iron Hunting dog Collar.This piece which dates from circa 14th- 15th Century AD, is in excellent condition and has spikes and barbs still in place .These spikes would have defended the dog against Wolf, bear ,Wild boar etc.and protected its throat and neck.This piece is complete and still retains its original Lead loop.This item has been conserved to Museum standard and has no damage , repair or restoration.This item is massively rare and seldom seen outside of important collections.Size 19.0 CM in dia Price £695.00-JPEG1981

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English Medieval Leather Knife Scabbard -Circa 14th Century AD-Thames Foreshore In London Ref: 1- SN4683
A very rare and seldom seen English Medieval leather Knife scabbard.This piece which dates from the 14th Century AD,is decorated with small allover Fleur- de- lys.On the reverse there is a small insert for a smaller knife and further decoration.The stitching down the centre of the scabbard has long since perished as would be expected.This item has been conserved to Museum standard and would make an ideal centre piece for any collection. Found on the Thames foreshore in London in the 1970s .Size 18.0 CM in length-

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Rare Medieval Child's Leather Belt - Circa 12th - 14th Century AD Ref: 1-sn4680
A very rare Medieval Child's leather belt. This piece which was found together with its original buckle-dates from the 12th - 14th Century AD.The Buckle had become detached and has now been threaded onto the belt.The belt itself shows some crude crescent decoration -which is very clear.It is presented as shown -as that is how the belt was found and the leather is set in that position.
Found Thames foreshore London in the 1970s. Size as shown

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Rare Medieval Leather Child's Purse -Circa 14th- 15th Century AD. Ref: 1-sn2812
A very rare Medieval leather Child's purse.This item which is in excellent condition ,dates from circa 14th- 15th Century AD.
It was excavated on the Thames foreshore in London in the 1970s, and has since been conserved to Museum standard.
Size 4.5 x 5.5 CM

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3 Bronze Medieval Casket Keys 13th - 14th Century AD Ref: 1-SN4672-
A group or three bronze Medieval casket keys . These items which date from the 13th - 14th Century AD ,are in excellent condition and would have been used to lock small cash or Jewel boxes .Found in the Lincolnshire area in England in the 1970s Size average 4.0 CM in length

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Early Medieval English Floor Tile Ref: cab1-4669
An interesting section of Early Medieval English Floor Tile.This piece which has been framed dates from the early 14th Century AD.The colours are still very strong and vibrant.This item was found on the Thames foreshore in London at Southwark in 1977.Size of Frame 30.5 x 38.5 CM-Tile Actual 6.0 x 6.0CM -SN4669- Price £65.00-JPEG1864

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Byzantine Bronze Cross 9th- 10th Century AD Ref: 1-sn4638

A very large and very rare Byzantine period bronze cross. This item which dates from circa 9th- 10th Century AD ,would have adorned
the top of a Priest / Bishops staff. It is decorated with two standing figures and crude Byzantine script. There is a Victorian period repair to one arm , which has been done to Museum standard.This piece shows super detail and has a deep glossy patina. A large and impressive item which comes highly recommended.( EX .ENGLISH PRIVATE COLLECTION .) Size 13.0 CM in length-

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SOLD Rare Medieval Horse Harness Pendant Ref: cab1-4587
SOLD A very rare Medieval horse harness pendent,This item which dates from the 14th Century AD,is set with a Lions head to the middle of the plate.
It would have adorned the headband of a Knights War horse,and would have also been emblazoned on his shield. There is evidence of a small amount of Gilding still remaining .Found Oxfordshire in the 1970s. A small chip to the corner which does not detract. Size 4.0 3.5 CM

Price: £145.00

SOLD Rare Medieval Horse Harness Pendant Ref: cab1-4589
SOLD A very rare Medieval horse harness pendent.This item which dates from circa 14th Century AD,would have been suspended from
the horse harness head band, and been a representation of the Knights coat of arms .A rare piece which has come down to us from the Age of Chivalry .Found Oxfordshire 1970s. Size 4.0CM

Price: £120.00

Requillary Bronze Cross Ref: cab1-4596
A very rare Requillary bronze Cross. This piece, which dates from the very early medieval period-
Circa 7th- 10th Century AD, shows the figure of Christ with his arms out stretched. This form of cross
would have contained in its day- a Religious relic, as the whole cross would have opened into two sections.
Size 4.0 CM-

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Medieval Iron Horseshoe Ref: cab1-1646
A good-sized Medieval Iron horseshoe dating from the 14th-15th Century AD. This piece which is in good excavated condition ,still has five of its original eight nails still in place (The nails are all hand made). Size14.5 CM in length

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Medieval Bronze Barrel Lock Ref: cab1-3177
A good quality medieval bronze barrel lock. This piece, which dates from the 13th- 14th Century AD, shows good detail in the form of cross hatching decoration. The complete item is compliamented by a good all over green patina, Found Norfolk .Size 6.5CM- SN3177

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British Bronze Medieval Ring-13th-14th Century AD Ref: 1-4565
A rare British bronze Medieval ring. This item which shows a pair of clasped hands ( Friendship ring ) ,dates from the 13th-14th Century AD, and is in excellent condition. Found Norfolk in the 1970s, and has a wonderful green patina .Size a little smaller than UK K

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Bronze British Medieval Ring 13th Century AD Ref: 1-4555
A very rare bronze British Medieval ring. This item which dates from the 13th Century AD, has the I.H.S (Jesu Humanus Sanctus ) and cross/ heart monogram on the bezel .A very rare piece found in Norfolk in the 1970s.In excellent condition with a very hard green patina.Size Q British Standard.

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Medieval British Long Bow Iron Arrowhead 14th- 15th Century AD Ref: 1-4553
rare Medieval British Long bow iron arrowhead. This piece which dates from the 14th- 15th Century AD, has swept back barbs and a socketed shaft .This item as above was found on the Thames foreshore in London and has been conserved to Museum standard .Ex. old English collection .Size 6.0 CM in length.

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Rare Medieval British Long Bow Iron Arrowhead Ref: 1-SN4552
A rare Medieval British Long bow iron arrowhead. This piece which dates from the 14th-15th Century AD, has swept back barbs and a socketed shaft. This item was found on the Thames foreshore in London and has been conserved to Museum standard .Ex old English collection Size 6.0 CM in length-

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Medieval Leather Sword Scabbard Section Ref: 1-SN4534
A Rare Medieval leather sword scabbard section. This piece which dates from the 15th Century AD, was found on the Thames foreshore ,in London in the 1970s .The decoration shows three panels with decorative line design.This item was the top section of the scabbard as a gentle taper can be seen towards the end.Very rare and highly recommended.Size 23.0 x 8.5 CM-

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Medieval Knife 14th- 15th Century AD Ref: 1-4514
A rare Medieval period knife. This piece which dates from the 14th- 15th Century AD, was found on the Thames foreshore during excavations in the 1970s.This item comes complete with its original wooden grip as shown, and the whole piece has a dark patina which is typical of the Thames find artifacts.Size 17.2 CM in length

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Medieval Iron Arrow Head Ref: 1-SN3455
Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A large Medieval period iron arrow head .This piece dates from circa 13th-15th Century AD. Again in excellent condition and a rare shape .Size 13.5 CM in length

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Medieval Iron Arrow Head Ref: 1-SN3446
Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A good quality large Medieval Iron Arrow Head.This item which dates from circa12th-14th Century AD, still retains its original tang.A large robust item which has been conserved to Museum standad.Size 14.0 CM in length.

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Medieval Iron Crossbow Bolt Head Ref: 1-SN3199
Medieval Iron Weapons- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A good quality Medieval period Iron crossbow bolt head.This piece which dates from the late 14th- early 15th Century AD, it is in excellent condition and free from corrosion.Size 10.0 CM in length

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English Medieval Ring Brooch Ref: cab1-4160
English Medieval Jewellery- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

An excellent quality English Medieval Ring brooch .This piece which dates from the 14th Century AD,is in wonderful overall condition and still retains its attachment pin and some of the white paste which decorated the turrets which can be seen on the brooch.Found Hartfordshire in the 1970s .
Size 3.2 CM in dia.

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English Medieval Seal Matrix Ref: 1-SN2550
English Medieval - Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts
A good quality English Medieval seal Matrix.This item which dates from the period of the 14th- 5th Century AD, comes in its own display frame and is complete with a wax impression. A seal matrix was used by merchants and the wealthy as proof of authenticity of a letter or document ,having been first imprinted on hot wax .Size of frame 17.0 CM X 17.0 CM

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Medieval Bronze Ring Ref: 1-SN4181
Medieval Bronze Jewellery- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A very large Medieval bronze ring. This piece which dates from the 12th-14th Century AD, has a four pointed star on the bezel and decoration which cascades onto the shaulders.(Recommended.)
Size- S ( English size scale)

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English Medieval Pewter Whistle Ref: 1-SN3712
English Medieval Pewter- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A very rare English Medieval pewter Whistle.This item which dates from the 14th Century AD,and is in excellent condition with its fingers slots still present.The read which creates the original sound is as expected now missing,but having been found on the Thames foreshore the patina and condition is wonderful.( found 1969 ) Size 9.0 CM in length

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Medieval Buckle Plate- Enamelled Ref: 1-sn3849
Medieval Metalwork- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A very large and rare Medieval period enamelled buckle plate.This item which is in excellent condition dates from the 9th-13th Century AD, and retains a large amount of its original enamel inlay.A buckle has never been attached and instead has a bar fastening, which takes the form of two loops ( only one remaining )which would have been held in place by an iron axis bar.( now missing)
This piece would have been attached to a leather belt,and would have been very striking and a statement of wealth of the original owner.Size 15.0 CM in length

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Medieval Bronze Cast Maiden Head Mount Ref: cab1-4248
Medieval Bronze Metalwork- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A rare solid bronze cast Maiden head mount .This piece which dates from circa 15th Century AD, is thought to have adorned priest washing bowls ( laver ) and accompanied a pouring spout.This item has an excellent green coloured patina.Size 4.7 CM in length -SN4248

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English Medieval Lead Trade Weight Ref: 1-SN3554
English Medieval Lead- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A very large English Medieval Lead Trade Weight. This item which dates from the 13th - 14th Century AD, is larger than normal and is in excellent condition .The decoration on the front section is that of a fleur-de-lis Found Norfolk 1970s .Size 7.0 CM in length -

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English Medieval Bronze Priest Laver Ref: cab1-100-0740
English Medieval Bronze- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A bronze English Medieval priest Laver. This item is in fact a pouring spout in the form of an animals head ,which would have been attached to a priest water bowl / bag...They date from the late 14th- to the early 15th Century AD ,and are in fact a rare item.Size 10.0 CM in length -SN3202

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Medieval Bronze Key Ref: cab1-100-0738
English Medieval Bronze- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A wonderful English Medieval Bronze Key. This piece which dates from the 14th Century AD , has an excellent green patina and is in overall very good condition. It shows little signs of wear except at the very end of the barrel. There is a small casting flaw in the form of a very small blow hole on the reverse of the key .However this does not detract from what is a very interesting item.Size 8.7 CM in length- SN1803 - Found Lincolnshire in the late 1960's

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Medieval Iron Key Ref: cab1-100-0691
Medieval Iron- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A good Size Medieval period Iron Key, circa 14th- 15th Century AD.This piece is an English find and is in very stable condition for iron..Size 15CM in length -SN1432

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Medieval Large Pipkin Ref: 1-SN2900
Medieval Pottery- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A good size late Medieval large Pipkin. This piece which dates from the 15th- 16th Century AD, stands on its Tri-pod legs and is of good form.There is some old collection restoration to the handle as shown, but is in overall excellent order with good brown glaze..Size 16.5 CM in height.

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Medieval Iron Adze Ref: cab1-100-0587
Medieval Iron Tools- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A good size Medieval Iron Adze ( wood working tool ) . This item dates from the 13th- 15th Century AD , and is in excellent condition ...Found Oxfordshire in the 1970's Size 13.3 CM.

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Medieval Bronze Horse Harness Pendant Ref: cab1-100-0584
Medieval Bronze Metalwork- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A Medieval Horse Harness pendant, circa 14th - 15th Century AD. This item which is made of bronze has now lost its enamel inlay , but all its detail is still present. In its day it would have adorned a war horses head band and would show the knights coat of Arms. Size 4.8 CM

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Medieval Gilded Buckle Plate Ref: cab1-100-0581
Norman- Medieval Metalwork- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A very rare- late Norman - to early Medieval gilded buckle plate. This item shows a Lion Rampant , in an open-work field . Much of the gilding on this piece survives, and the back plate which is detached- the gilding is complete on the inner surface. This buckle plate dates from the period of the 11th- 12th Century AD.
Size 3.5CM x 2.7 CM -SN 3930 -

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Medieval Iron Axe Head Ref: 1-SN1753
Medieval Iron Tools- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A large iron Medieval period Axe head . This item is circa 12th- 14th Century AD ,and was found on the Thames foreshore in England in the early 1970's .A split in the metal to the socket , but this piece is very stable and conserved. 17.5 CM in length( and comes complete with wooden display stand. )

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Medieval Bronze Brooch Ref: 1-SN3600
Medieval Bronze Jewellery- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A large Medieval bronze Annular brooch with Iron pin.This piece dates from the 14th Century AD, and is in excellent condition.The body of the brooch show a repeated dash decoration , on the outward showing face only. The pin is in very stable condition with only its very Tip of the point missing..( perhaps how it was lost. ) Size 5.5 CM in dia .

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Medieval Iron Spear Head Ref: 1-SN2568
Medieval Iron Weapons- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A good quality Medieval period Iron spear head . This piece dates from circa 14th-15th Century AD,and is in very stable condition .Found Germany.. Size 25.0 CM in length-

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Medieval Pottery Tile Ref: 1-SN3564
Medieval Pottery- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A rare style of Medieval tile , circa 15th Century AD. In overall excellent condition with 90 % of the original glaze remaining - A minor chip to one corner can be seen and a small amount of nibbling as expected to the sides. Found Norfolk In the early 1970s. Size 12.8 CM Square.

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Medieval Bronze Purse Bar Ref: 1-sn3459
Medieval Metalwork- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A good size Late Medieval - early Tudor period Purse bar in Bronze ...This item dates from the late 15th- early 16th Century AD, and when used would have had a leather or fabric purse attached . A good solid item with simple notch decoration to the bar end balls .Found Norfolk . Size 9.7 CM in length

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Medieval Pottery Drinking Vessel Ref: 1-snOB0004
Medieval Pottery- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A very rare Medieval drinking vessel This piece dates to the mid - 15th Century AD., and has much of its original glaze present.This item has a small chip to the rim as shown, and has had a repair to the body after being found.The repair is almost invisible and does not detract from what is a very early item. 18.5 CM in height-

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Medieval Iron Spear Head Ref: 1-SN2748
Medieval Iron Weapons- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

An iron Medieval Period Spear Head. This piece dates from the 12th-14th Century AD , and is in excavated condition . This piece has been treated to stop decay , but has encrustation and rust deposits present. ( A good honest item) .
26.5 CM in length -

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Medieval Iron Spur Ref: 1-SN2855
Medieval Iron Metalwork- Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

An excellent quality Medieval iron prick spur circa 12th Century AD.This is a very rare item which has been mounted for display .( spur length 13.5 CM )

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Dark Ages- Saint Holding A Cross Ref: 1-3485
Dark Ages/ Medieval Metalwork-Medieval Antiquities & Artifacts

A Dark Ages period front section to a requilary cross.Circa 7th- 10th Century AD.The cross shows the figure of a saint holding a cross. This item has a wonderful apple green patina and is without repair. 8.3 cm in length.

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