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LOT 1741
Norman Period Bronze Ring with Figure Holding Long Cross
11TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (7.23 grams, 24.64 mm overall, 20.51 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).
Comprising a D-section hoop with stylised beast-head shoulders, hexagonal bezel with incised image of a figure holding a cross. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 1741
Norman Period Bronze Ring with Figure Holding Long Cross
Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
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Opening Bid: £250
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