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LOT 0079
Hellenistic Gold Ring with Artemis Gemstone
2ND-1ST CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (11.27 grams, 26.91 mm overall, 17.95x20.72 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).
Hollow-formed shank with broad plaque and inset garnet cabochon intaglio profile bust of Artemis in high-relief.
Provenance
European art market.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12219-222340.
Literature
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 202, for type.
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LOT 0079
Hellenistic Gold Ring with Artemis Gemstone
Estimate £5,000 - 7,000€5,800 - 8,120 (for guidance only)$6,750 - 9,450 (for guidance only)
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