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LOT 0836
Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
ROMAN BRONZE RING WITH 'VTER FELIX'
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (3.32 grams, 21.11 mm overall, 18.24 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/4 in. (3.32 grams, 21.11 mm overall, 18.24 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
Ellipsoid bezel with incuse legend 'VTER / FELIX' for utere felix (use [this and be] lucky). [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 264, for type.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
