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LOT 0693

Roman Bronze Ring with Swan

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

7/8 in. (5.13 grams, 23.34 mm overall, 19.29 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)).

With stepped shoulders, plaque with incuse profile bird, probably a swan. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Private collection formed since the 1940s.
UK art market.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 0693

Roman Bronze Ring with Swan

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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