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Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

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LOT 0809

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

CIRCA 4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.

1 in. (4.23 grams, 24.66 mm overall, 20.68 x 17.95 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)).

Round-section hoop with flat discoid bezel, engraved standing long-legged bird facing a tall altar.

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 0809

Greek Bronze Ring with Bird and Altar

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

Opening Bid
£100 (EUR 116; USD 135) +BP*

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