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LOT 0860

Roman Bronze Ring with Phallic Bust Gemstone

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (1.43 grams, 19.46 mm overall, 17.41 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)).

Stepped bezel with inset carnelian gemstone, intaglio phallus with cross to the rear. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.

Literature

Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 191, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0860

Roman Bronze Ring with Phallic Bust Gemstone

Sold for (Inc. bp): £312

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