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LOT 0101
Eastern Roman Silver Ring with Gold Setting
2ND CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (3.68 grams, 21.64 mm overall, 22.19 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)).
Flat hoop joined to a gold bezel with flange and inset cabochon garnet, intaglio prancing horse; hoop restored.
ProvenanceAcquired in the 1970s.
From a deceased lady’s estate, by descent.
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 206, for type.
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LOT 0101
Eastern Roman Silver Ring with Gold Setting
Estimate £1,500 - 2,000€1,740 - 2,320 (for guidance only)$2,030 - 2,700 (for guidance only)
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‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
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