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Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

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LOT 0503

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.

1 in. (5.38 grams, 24.33 mm overall, 19.56 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19)).

Lentoid-section hoop with integral disc bezel, incuse profile bust of a bearded, balding male.

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 0503

Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher

Sold for (Inc. bp): £260

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