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LOT 1386
Medieval Gold Ring with Natural Diamond
CIRCA 12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.29 grams, 20.31 mm overall, 14.53 mm internal diameter (approximate size British G, USA 3 1/4, Europe 4.92, Japan 4)).
With expanding hoop, closed setting with a natural rough diamond.
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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Medieval Iron Knife with Bronze Pommel
Circa 1500 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
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Late Medieval Gold Ring with Orb and Scrolls
Circa 16th century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
Discoid domed bezel with central socket, scroll and foliage motifs. 10.01 grams, 19.73 mm overall, 16.14 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
From a family collection since the 1990s, thence by descent 2017.
