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LOT 1731
Medieval Bronze Ring with Expanding Cross
14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (10.38 grams, 24.34 mm overall, 18.74 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)).
Comprising a wide D-section hoop and ribbed shoulders, discoid bezel with cross motif. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx 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.
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Medieval Bronze Ring with Expanding Cross
14th-15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
Comprising a wide D-section hoop and ribbed shoulders, discoid bezel with cross motif. 10.38 grams, 24.34 mm overall, 18.74 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)
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.
