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LOT 0520
Hellenistic Bronze Ring with Hoplite
CIRCA 2ND-1ST CENTURY B.C.
7/8 in. (6.93 grams, 22.90 mm overall, 20.17 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.46, Japan 16)).
Ellipsoid bezel with low-relief image of a warrior with pilos helmet, shield and xiphos short-sword. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex old English collection.
London art market, pre 2000.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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