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LOT 0861
Late Roman Silver Ring with Cross
4TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (2.98 grams, 23.35 mm overall, 17.22 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)).
With angular shoulders expanding towards the rectangular bezel, the bezel with an incised cross motif.
Provenance
From the property of late Mr SM, London, UK, 1969-1999.
Accompanied by an old collection ticket.
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LOT 0861
Late Roman Silver Ring with Cross
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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