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LOT 0951

Roman Bronze Ring Bezel Group

1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (4.51 grams total, 20-21 mm).

Comprising: vesica-shaped bezel with incise togate standing figure with sceptre; ellipsoid bezel with profile bust. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Property of the vendor's grandfather, thence by family descent, circa 1985.
From the private collection of a New York, USA gentleman.

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LOT 0951

Roman Bronze Ring Bezel Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £46

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