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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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