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LOT 0667
Roman Gold Ring with Dolphin Gemstone
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (4.14 grams, 22.89 mm overall, 18.85 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).
Carnelian gemstone with intaglio dolphin motif; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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