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Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin Gemstone Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin Gemstone Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin Gemstone
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LOT 0961

Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin Gemstone

3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (9.75 grams, 27.00 mm overall, 17.29 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)).

With lateral carinations and inset glass intaglio of a dolphin breasting the waves; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Private collection, England.

Literature

Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 248, for type.

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LOT 0961

Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin Gemstone

Sold for (Inc. bp): £195

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