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LOT 1504
Byzantine Bronze Archer's Thumb Ring
CIRCA 6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (6.10 grams, 34.93 mm overall, 24.32 x 24.43 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z+5, USA 14 3/4, Europe 35.08, Japan 33)).
With narrow triangular flange and three raised bosses to the hoop. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 1504
Byzantine Bronze Archer's Thumb Ring
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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