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LOT 1977

Post Medieval 'Semper Una' Gold Posy Ring

19TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (9.33 grams, 21.04 mm overall, 18.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).

Engraved with leaf and tendril detailing to the outer face, inscribed to the inner face 'Φ semper vna' (Φ forever one). [No Reserve]

Provenance

Property of a Jersey gentleman; by inheritance from his father.

CONDITION

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LOT 1977

Post Medieval 'Semper Una' Gold Posy Ring

Sold for (Inc. bp): £293

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