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LOT 1690
Medieval Bronze Ring with Warrior Holding Sword
CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (10.40 grams, 25.27 mm overall, 20.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British X 1/2, USA 11 3/4, Europe 26.92, Japan 25)).
With a sturdy hoop and facetted shoulders, octagonal bezel with intaglio image of a standing helmetted warrior holding a sword and a shield, a large bird standing at his feet. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Private collection formed since the 1940s.
UK art market.
Property of an Essex gentleman.
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