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LOT 0616

Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin

CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (2.57 grams, 23.54 mm overall, 20.94 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)).

With a large hoop supporting a lozenge-shaped bezel with a stylised dolphin facing right.

Provenance

From the collection of a High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, gentleman, circa 2000.

CONDITION

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LOT 0616

Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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