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LOT 1656
Medieval Gold Ring with Floral Bezel
CIRCA 15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (2.88 grams, 20.87 mm overall, 16.33 x 15.63 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)).
Comprising a round-section hoop with an applied floral bezel, small pellet between each petal; decorative wire wrapped around the hoop on each side of the bezel, probably modified from an earlier Hellenistic earring.
Provenance
From the property of the late Mr SM, London, UK, 1969-1999.
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LOT 1656
Medieval Gold Ring with Floral Bezel
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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