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LOT 0749
Late Roman Bronze Ring with Bust
4TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (8.85 grams, 29.60 mm overall, 17.30 x 20.72 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
Substantial hoop with a raised rectangular bezel bearing a profile bust facing left, flanking inscription '+VI TVS'.
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0749
Late Roman Bronze Ring with Bust
Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)
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