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LOT 0733
Sold for (Inc. bp): £4,719
ROMAN GOLD 'CONSTANTINO FIDEM' INSCRIBED MILITARY RING
306-337 AD
1" (11 grams, 26mm overall, 22.65mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z+1 1/2, USA 13 1/4, Europe 31.19, Japan 30)).
306-337 AD
1" (11 grams, 26mm overall, 22.65mm internal diameter (approximate size British Z+1 1/2, USA 13 1/4, Europe 31.19, Japan 30)).
A substantial flat-section hoop with rectangular plaque, inscribed to the outer face in capitals 'CONSTANTINO' and to the plaque 'FIDEM' (loyalty to Constantine).
PROVENANCE:
From an important London collection, acquired in the 1970s.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Spier, J. Treasures of the Ferrell Collection, Wiesbaden, 2010, p.8 and similar example found at Amiens, France, and acquired by the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge; acquisition no. GR.1.1975, and another acquired by the British Museum under reference 1917,0501.649.
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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.
