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LOT 1852
Medieval Bronze Ring with Dove of Peace
CIRCA 12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.61 grams, 23.11 mm overall, 18.58 x 20.13 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).
D-section hoop with fluted shoulders, bezel with a standing dove with wings spread, holding an olive sprig in its beak. [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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