16th Century Historical Memorabilia

This extremely rare unique ancient Wooden Box with Judaical Religious Items inside was found behind a stone wall in Vienna (Austria), most likely hidden before the World War II. The ...

A highly rare Royal manuscript signed by Queen Elizabeth I in 1591 A museum-quality display piece which would grace any collection in the world Elizabeth I (1533 – 1603) reigned as Queen of England for 44 years, from 1558 until 1603. She was the daughter of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, and ascended to the throne at the age of just 25. Although young, she famously declared “I know I have the body of a weak and feeble woman, but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and of a king of England too.” She became an inspirational figure, known as 'Gloriana' or 'The Virgin Queen' who had devoted her life to protecting England. Elizabeth's reign is considered as a Golden Age of English history. She brought peace and prosperity to the country, and oversaw an artistic renaissance embodied by the works of...

Early 16th century carved oak fragment of Gothic tracery likely from a choir screen or other decorative element from the interior of a cathedral or chapel. Very fine organic carving ...

Exceptional Period Renaissance processional cross early 16th century, France Extremely rare and beautiful processional cross from the early period of the French Renaissance. This ...

English Renaissance embroidery of a crest having a crown top mounted on a red velvet background in an ebonized wood frame.

A Spanish silver cob coin (circa 1500's), 2 Reale, Phillip II, set within a custom rounded 22 karat gold bezel with roped accent and a 22 karat gold bail. Thi...

- Rare document signed "Henry R" by one of England's most iconic monarchs in 1542 - Pristine condition - Clear signature at head of page - Exceptionally large (20" x 11.5"), oblong folio on vellum - Previously stored in the Crown Office King Henry VIII...

The clarity and ease of use of Vignola's treatise caused it to become in succeeding centuries the most published book in architectural history. This book was first published in 1562....