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LOT 0955
Large Roman Bronze Military Ring
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (22.56 grams, 30.98 mm overall, 20.13 mm internal diameter (approximate size British U, USA 10, Europe 22.52, Japan 21)).
Octagonal in plan with rounded inner face, faceted outer with interstitial chamfers. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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