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LOT 0613
Roman and Later Bronze Ring Collection
2ND CENTURY B.C.-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/4 - 7/8 in. (18.4 grams total, 19-22 mm).
Including penannular type with hatching, inset glass cabochon and other types. [7, No Reserve]
Provenance
UK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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