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LOT 0826
Roman Gold Ring with Bird Gemstone
4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (2.39 grams, 23.97 mm overall, 17.15 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)).
Comprising a round-section hoop supporting a cup-shaped bezel, inset domed garnet engraved with a standing bird.
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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