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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]

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.

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LOT 1731

Medieval Bronze Ring with Expanding Cross

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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