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LOT 2092

Post Medieval Silver Ring with Sunburst Motif

17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.

7/8 in. (3.70 grams, 22.85 mm overall, 19.76 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18 cm)).

With low-relief tendrils to the shoulders, ellipsoid tiered bezel with sunburst. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 2092

Post Medieval Silver Ring with Sunburst Motif

Sold for (Inc. bp): £20

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