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LOT 0801

Roman Gold Ring with Eagle Gemstone

2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (4.01 grams, 23.48 mm overall, 22.37 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13)).

Comprising a flat-section hoop, oval bezel set with a carnelian intaglio bearing an image of a standing eagle, applied filigree collar around the bezel.

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0801

Roman Gold Ring with Eagle Gemstone

Sold for (Inc. bp): £585

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