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LOT 0728
Sold for (Inc. bp): £247
ROMAN BRONZE RING WITH CLASPED HANDS GEMSTONE
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.38 grams, 18.12 mm overall, 15.63 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E 1/2, USA 2 1/2, Europe 3, Japan 3)).
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (1.38 grams, 18.12 mm overall, 15.63 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E 1/2, USA 2 1/2, Europe 3, Japan 3)).
Slender hoop and ellipsoid bezel with inset carnelian intaglio clasped-hands motif.
PROVENANCE:
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 450, for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
