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LOT 0374
Large Medieval 'Published' Gilt Bronze Merchant's Monogram Glove Ring
15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (9.96 grams, 29.40 mm overall, 23.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z+2 1/2, USA 13 3/4, Europe 32.01, Japan 30)).
With wreath detailing to the shank, octagonal plaque bezel with merchant's mark and blackletter 'i h' flanking. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12293-219669.
Bailey, G., Detector Finds 6, Witham, 2008, p.32, figs.C8.30a-c.
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LOT 0374
Large Medieval 'Published' Gilt Bronze Merchant's Monogram Glove Ring
Sold for (Inc. bp): £4,680
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