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LOT 1807

Medieval Bronze Ring with Sun Motif

14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (11.49 grams, 26.04 mm overall, 19.37 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).

Comprising a D-section shank with stud to the underside, drum-shaped bezel with impressed central starburst. [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 1807

Medieval Bronze Ring with Sun Motif

Sold for (Inc. bp): £46

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