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LOT 1702
European Dark Age Bronze Ring with Warrior
6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (2.14 grams, 21.86 mm overall, 18.33 x 19.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).
With bulb to each shoulder, octagonal bezel with incised border enclosing a standing figure with spear and shield. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx P Chapman collection, 1980s-1990s.
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European Dark Age Bronze Ring with Warrior
6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
With bulb to each shoulder, octagonal bezel with incised border enclosing a standing figure with spear and shield. 2.14 grams, 21.86 mm overall, 18.33 x 19.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)
Ex P Chapman collection, 1980s-1990s.
