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LOT 1935
Medieval Gold Ring with Garnet
14TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (0.79 grams, 20.15 mm overall, 16.97 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)).
Slender hoop and teardrop-shaped bezel with inset garnet cabochon.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a late Japanese gentleman, 1970-2000s.
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