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LOT 1862
Medieval Bronze Decorated Archer's Thumb Ring
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (7.26 grams, 35.55 mm overall, 21.19 mm internal diameter (approximate size British X 1/2, USA 11 3/4, Europe 26.92, Japan 25)).
With broad triangular flange, low-relief incised herringbone bands. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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