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LOT 0597
Greek Silver Ring with Gold Inlays
5TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.
3/4 in. (3.89 grams, 19.00 mm overall, 16.00 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)).
With ellipsoid plaque, applied silver-gilt central boss flanked by two applied crescents. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old UK collection, 1980s.
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