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LOT 1796
Medieval Silver Ring with Geometric Design
15TH-16TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (3.62 grams, 21.87 mm overall, 19.39 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).
Comprising a D-section hoop supporting a large discoid bezel with hatched border, central image of a small cross with a hatched panel. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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