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LOT 0930
Byzantine Iron Ring Silver-Gilt Monogram
5TH-7TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.93 grams, 26.33 mm overall, 18.96 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)).
Discoid bezel with inset gilt panel, monogram comprising the letters mu, alpha, omega, tau and possibly others.
Provenance
From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.
Footnotes
The complex letter monograms seen on these rings are sometimes referred to as 'merchant's marks' and would normally be a personal mark giving a name or phrase of significance to the owner.
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LOT 0930
Byzantine Iron Ring Silver-Gilt Monogram
Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)
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