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LOT 0653
Roman Bronze Ring with Glass Gem
CIRCA 3RD CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (2.00 grams, 21.92 mm overall, 17.81 x 15.28 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 33/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)).
With slender hoop and amphora-shaped shoulders, supporting a cell set with a clear 'aqua' glass cabochon. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A109.
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