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LOT 0323
Medieval Silver-Gilt Betrothal Ring
15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (6.18 grams, 23.84 mm overall, 19.30 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)).
Featuring a fluted band with a crowned heart flanked by roses.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
LiteratureCf. for comparable examples, the British Museum, London, museum nos: 1865,0408.61, AF.1114 and SLRings.84.
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