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LOT 2267
Large Medieval Bronze Glove Signet Ring with Crowned T
CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (11.81 grams, 28.48 mm overall, 21.93 x 21.03 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Y, USA 12, Europe 27.51, Japan 26)).
D-section hoop and rectangular bezel with incuse Lombardic capital 'T' beneath a crown, supplied with an impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Romney Marsh area, Kent, 1990-2015.
Property of a Kent gentleman, a specialist medieval collector.
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LOT 2267
Large Medieval Bronze Glove Signet Ring with Crowned T
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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