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LOT 1327

Medieval and Other Ring Collection

MAINLY 12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.

5/8 - 3/4 in. (38.7 grams total, 20-23 mm).

A mixed group of finger rings of various types and sizes, bezels comprising geometric and floral designs. [10, No Reserve]

Provenance

European private collection, 1970-1980s.
London, UK, late 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1327

Medieval and Other Ring Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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