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LOT 256470
Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Cabochon
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (2.55 grams, 22.48 mm overall, 17.72 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)).
Comprising an openwork rosette bezel with interstitial pellets between the petals, central cell with inset garnet cabochon.
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 256470
Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Cabochon
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£300 (EUR 348; USD 405) +BP*
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