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LOT 0568

Greek Ring with Leaping Lion

CIRCA 4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.

1 in. (4.23 grams, 26.35 mm overall, 19.34 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)).

A copper-alloy ring composed of a round-section hoop and ellipsoidal bezel displaying an incuse leaping lion motif, collars to shoulders. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Early 1990s London collection.
Acquired on the UK art market.
From a private collection, Lancashire, UK.

CONDITION
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LOT 0568

Greek Ring with Leaping Lion

Sold for (Inc. bp): £124

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