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LOT 0486

Greek Bronze Signet Ring

CIRCA 4TH-2ND CENTURY B.C.

7/8 in. (2.89 grams, 23.01 mm overall, 19.79 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).

With a D-section hoop, large rounded bezel with a geometric motif. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Property of a UK gentleman, acquired 20 November 1981.
Property of an East Sussex, UK, gentleman.

Accompanied by an old handwritten identification ticket.

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LOT 0486

Greek Bronze Signet Ring

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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