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LOT 2396
Post Medieval Silver Ring with Saltire Cross
CIRCA 17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (7.80 grams, 24.15 mm overall, 19.95 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)).
Substantial hoop with decorative panels flanking the square bezel, the bezel with incuse saltire cross.
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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