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LOT 1118
Large Byzantine Bronze Ring with Displaying Peacock
6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.03 grams, 23.54 mm overall, 20.60 x 21.04 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V 1/2, USA 10 3/4, Europe 24.4, Japan 23)).
Flat-section hoop and an oval bezel with an advancing peacock with spread tail feathers. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a UK collection formed in the 1980s.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 1118
Large Byzantine Bronze Ring with Displaying Peacock
Estimate £60 - 80€70 - 93 (for guidance only)$81 - 108 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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