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LOT 0610
Roman Bronze Ring with Gryphon and Shield Gemstone
MID 3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (9.94 grams, 23.87 mm overall, 16.67 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6)).
With a possibly later inset red jasper plaque with incuse gryphon supporting a shield or spoked wheel.
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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