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LOT 0625
Greek Bronze Ring with Pattern
4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (3.33 grams, 22.36 mm overall, 18.88 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
Comprising a plain hoop and rectangular plaque with incised hatching. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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