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LOT 0643
Greek Bronze Ring with Horse and Rider
3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (5.68 grams, 26.95 mm overall, 19.88 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)).
Round-section hoop with raised oval bezel bearing a stylised image of a horse and rider. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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