Byzantine Cruciform Bread Stamp
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13th-15th century AD. A carved rectangular wooden stamp with voided Maltese cross within a frame; to the reverse, a later bronze rosette plaque and suspension ring. See Caseau, B. Magical Protection and Stamps in Byzantium in Orientalia Lovaniensia Analecta 219 - Seals and Sealing Practices in the Near East, Leuven, 2012 for discussion. 36 grams, 56mm (2 1/4"). Property of an Essex, UK collector; acquired London art market, 1960s-1980s. [No Reserve]
Condition
Fine condition, usage wear.
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Byzantine Cruciform Bread Stamp
Estimate £70 - £90
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