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LOT 0824
Late Roman Bronze Ring with Galley
5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.50 grams, 24.95 mm overall, 18.53 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).
With notched shoulders and conical bezel, incuse image of a galley with oars mounted. [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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