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LOT 0357
Archaelogical Revival Apotropaic 'Eye' Ring
EUROPE, 19TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.57 grams, 24.17 mm overall, 19.26 x 17.26 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)).
The ring with a U-shaped hoop and lentoid bezel with ropetwist border, set with a polished banded agate resembling the all-seeing eye.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
FootnotesEye beads, often crafted with concentric circle motifs resembling an eye, served as powerful amulets thought to offer protection against the evil eye and malevolent forces.
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LOT 0357
Archaelogical Revival Apotropaic 'Eye' Ring
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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