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LOT 1895
Medieval Bronze Ring with VLAD
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (10.69 grams, 25.02 mm overall, 17.78 x 18.16 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)).
With ellipsoid bezel, piecrust rim and radiating petals to the reverse, incised cross and 'VLAD' legend (Slavic for 'ruler'). [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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