Lot 1031:
NEOCLASSICAL LEAD PLATE
Europe, second half 18th - early 19th century.
Octagonal lead plaque with a relief representation of a biga right led by a winged Victoria.
Dimensions: 33 x 28 mm.; Weight: 18.38 g. Fascinating and rare item. Intact and complete. Unusual and interesting object. It could be a test foil for a neo-classical gem engraver, or a die for making embossed foils.
Europe, second half 18th - early 19th century.
Octagonal lead plaque with a relief representation of a biga right led by a winged Victoria.
Dimensions: 33 x 28 mm.; Weight: 18.38 g. Fascinating and rare item. Intact and complete. Unusual and interesting object. It could be a test foil for a neo-classical gem engraver, or a die for making embossed foils.