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LOT 0988
Late Roman Iron Chain
4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
22 7/8 in. (184 grams, 58 cm).
Chain of double-loop links with two substantial butted rings and feeder ring on a swivel with loop above. [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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Roman Bronze and Other Artefact and Coin Group
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Late Roman Bronze Ring with Warrior
280-400 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Comprising a D-section hoop with notched shoulders, a raised circular bezel with a stylised warrior. 5.19 grams, 20.44 mm overall, 15.11 mm internal diameter (approximate size British G 1/2, USA 3 1/2, Europe 5.55, Japan 5)
Acquired on the UK and EU art market before 2000. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
The small copper alloy Roman finger ring seems to be of Guiraud Type 4f (similar to Henig Type II) and dates from the 3rd to early 5th century A.D. The size of the ring suggests it may have been worn on the end of the finger, but most probably used by a child.