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LOT 2056
Massive Bronze Age Ribbed Ring
CIRCA 10TH-6TH CENTURY B.C.
1 3/8 in. (41.03 grams, 36.38 mm overall, 21.99 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2 , USA 7 3/4 , Europe 16.86, Japan 16)).
Substantial biconvex hoop with flared rims, reverse narrowing to a flat base.
ProvenanceAcquired on the French art market before 2000.
From an EU collection before 2020.
See Eogan, G., The Accomplished Art, Oxford, 1994, Chapter V, for discussion.
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LOT 2056
Massive Bronze Age Ribbed Ring
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£100 (EUR 116; USD 135) +BP*
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