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LOT 0682
Roman Bronze Ring with Lion
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.23 grams, 23.62 mm overall, 19.50 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)).
With ellipsoid bezel, low-relief figure of a regardant lion with tail raised and foreleg extended. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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