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LOT 1778

Medieval Bronze Ring with Boat

14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (7.87 grams, 25.13 mm overall, 19.12 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).

Comprising a D-section hoop and large discoid bezel with piecrust rim, incised image of a boat at sea. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 1778

Medieval Bronze Ring with Boat

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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