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LOT 2221
Medieval Silver Ring with Shield Design
12TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (8.87 grams, 27.01 mm overall, 19.62 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)).
D-section hoop with a raised pellet at the base, drop-shaped shield bezel with linear decoration. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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