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LOT 1763
Medieval Silver Ring with Black Letter Inscription
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (3.19 grams, 22.85 mm overall, 19.53 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)).
Penannular in form with rounded terminals, bearing a black letter inscription to the outer face, embellished with floral sprigs; repaired.
Provenance
Private collection formed since the 1940s.
UK art market.
Property of an Essex gentleman.
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LOT 1763
Medieval Silver Ring with Black Letter Inscription
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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