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LOT 1923

Medieval Bronze Archer's Thumb Ring

13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/8 in. (5.63 grams, 28.77 mm overall, 19.99 x 18.19 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).

With narrow triangular flange, incuse geometric designs and reserved rosette to centre. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
From the private collection of an Essex gentleman.

CONDITION
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LOT 1923

Medieval Bronze Archer's Thumb Ring

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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