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LOT 0638
Roman Bronze Signet Ring with Victory
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.78 grams, 23.84 mm overall, 19.84 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)).
With raised plaque, incuse Victory standing robed. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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