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LOT 0747
Roman and Byzantine Bronze and Silver Ring Group
1ST CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1/2 - 1 in. (32 grams total, 15-25 mm).
Comprising finger rings of various types and sizes, most with bezels with decorative motifs, including: a cross with pellet in each quarter; an inscribed panel with dashes and X motifs; a hatched oval; raised flower head; spiraling oval and a feathered cross, together with other enigmatic designs. [8, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the Sullivan family collection, UK; acquired since 2003.
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