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LOT 1183
Migration Period Heart-Shaped Gold Set Garnet in Ring
5TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
3/4 in. (0.59 grams, 17.17 mm overall, 13.95 mm internal diameter (approximate size British F, USA 2 3/4, Europe 3.67, Japan 3)).
A heart-shaped polished garnet in ancient setting, with later gold hoop attached.
Provenance
Acquired 1970-2000s.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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