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LOT 1478
Byzantine Bronze Ring with Eagle with Spead Wings
12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (4.29 grams, 22.15 mm overall, 20.61 x 17.91 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).
Wide hoop with starburst motifs on the shoulders, discoid bezel with stylised eagle with open wings. [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 1478
Byzantine Bronze Ring with Eagle with Spead Wings
Estimate £60 - 80€70 - 93 (for guidance only)$81 - 108 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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