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Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

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LOT 0855

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

CIRCA 4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.

1 in. (7.12grams, 25.64 mm overall, 19.49 x 20.80 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)).

D-section hoop with vesica-shaped bezel depicting a scorpion.

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 0855

Greek Bronze Ring with Scorpion

Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)

Opening Bid
£70 (EUR 81; USD 95) +BP*

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