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LOT 0544
Greek Iron Ring with Figure
3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.
7/8 in. (7.81 grams, 23.00 mm overall, 17.00 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13)).
Composed of a D-section hoop with slightly splayed arms and a large sub-oval bezel, engraved with a figure advancing right. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex old English collection.
London art market, 1980s.
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