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LOT 0971
Roman Bronze Ring with Mars Holding a Spear
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (6.59 grams, 24.65 mm overall, 20.84 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V 1/2, USA 10 3/4, Europe 24.4, Japan 23)).
With a discoid bezel, an impressed standing figure with a horsetail plume on his helmet holding a lance or spear in one hand and supporting a shield with the other. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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