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LOT 0596
Roman Bronze Ring with Birds and Dolphin Gemstone
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (7.40 grams, 26.18 mm overall, 18.95 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).
With shoulders tapering towards the plaque and two lateral knops, inset carnelian intaglio of a fluted vase with two birds perching on the rim, supported on the tail of dolphin; a marriage.
Provenance
Acquired on the German art market before 2000.
Property of a Surrey, UK, collector.
Literature
Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 232, for type.
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