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LOT 1778

Medieval Bronze Ring with Hourglasses

CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (7.00 grams, 24.64 mm overall, 21.81 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W 1/2, USA 11 1/4, Europe 25.66, Japan 24)).

Large hoop with palm branch on each shoulder, oval bezel with double hourglass 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.

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LOT 1778

Medieval Bronze Ring with Hourglasses

Sold for (Inc. bp): £98

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