Roman Bronze Ring with Dolphin

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (4.35 grams, 23.65 mm overall, 18.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)).

With broad shoulders and ellipsoid bezel, intaglio dolphin and 'XA' enigmatic inscription. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Literature

Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 229, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0903